How To Fix SD_SEPA013 - Currency change not possible as SEPA is active; change pymt method first


SD_SEPA013 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SD_SEPA - SD SEPA Message Class

  • Message number: 013

  • Message text: Currency change not possible as SEPA is active; change pymt method first

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_SEPA013 - Currency change not possible as SEPA is active; change pymt method first ?
    The SAP error message SD_SEPA013 indicates that a currency change is not possible because the SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) payment method is currently active. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with SEPA-compliant transactions.
    
    Cause: The error occurs when: You attempt to change the currency of a payment method that is configured for SEPA. The system has restrictions in place to prevent changes to the payment method or currency while SEPA is active, as this could lead to inconsistencies in payment processing.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps: Change the Payment Method: Before changing the currency, you must first change the payment method to one that is not SEPA-compliant. This can usually be done in the payment method configuration settings in SAP. Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code FBZP for payment methods) and change the payment method to a non-SEPA option. Change

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