How To Fix SD_SEPA003 - SEPA payment method is assigned; mandate reference deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_SEPA - SD SEPA Message Class

• Message number: 003

• Message text: SEPA payment method is assigned; mandate reference deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_SEPA003 - SEPA payment method is assigned; mandate reference deleted ?

  The SAP error message SD_SEPA003 indicates that there is an issue with the SEPA payment method in relation to a mandate reference that has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of processing payments in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A SEPA payment method is assigned to a customer or vendor, but the associated mandate reference (which is necessary for SEPA direct debit transactions) has been deleted or is no longer valid.
  The system is trying to process a payment or direct debit transaction without a valid mandate reference, which is required for compliance with SEPA regulations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD_SEPA003 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Mandate Reference:
  
  Go to the customer or vendor master data where the SEPA payment method is assigned.
  Verify if the mandate reference is still valid and has not been deleted. If it has been deleted, you will need to create a new mandate.
  
  
  
  Create a New Mandate:
  
  If the mandate reference is missing, you can create a new SEPA mandate for the customer or vendor.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code BP for business partner) and create a new mandate under the payment details.
  
  
  
  Reassign Payment Method:
  
  Ensure that the SEPA payment method is correctly assigned to the customer or vendor after the mandate has been created.
  Check the payment method configuration in the SAP system to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Payment Process:
  
  After creating a new mandate and ensuring the payment method is correctly assigned, attempt to process the payment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Mandate: A SEPA mandate is a legal agreement between a debtor and a creditor that allows the creditor to collect payments from the debtor's bank account.
  Payment Methods in SAP: Payment methods in SAP can be configured in the Financial Accounting (FI) module and are essential for processing payments efficiently.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), and others that may be relevant to your payment processing tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your payment processing in SAP.