How To Fix TU150 - Payment plan cannot be created; start month and portion are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Payment plan cannot be created; start month and portion are missing

What causes this issue?

To create a payment plan, you must enter the start month and the
portion.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the start month and portion in the contract.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU150 - Payment plan cannot be created; start month and portion are missing ?

  The SAP error message TU150, which states "Payment plan cannot be created; start month and portion are missing," typically occurs in the context of creating a payment plan for a customer or vendor in the SAP system. This error indicates that certain required fields are not filled in, which prevents the system from generating the payment plan.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Month: The start month for the payment plan has not been specified. This is a critical piece of information that tells the system when the payment plan should begin.
  Missing Portion: The portion or installment amount that needs to be paid in each installment is also missing. This is necessary for the system to calculate the payment plan correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payment plan setup that are not correctly defined, leading to missing information.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked entering required fields during the payment plan creation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the start month and the portion (installment amount) are filled in when creating the payment plan. 
  
  Navigate to the payment plan creation screen and verify that these fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the fields are correctly filled but the error persists, check the configuration settings for payment plans in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and reviewing the settings for payment plans.
  Ensuring that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Training: If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing additional training on how to create payment plans correctly, emphasizing the importance of filling in all required fields.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the payment plan creation process and required fields.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue is not resolved through the above steps, it may require debugging by a technical consultant to identify any underlying issues in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or F-28 (Post Incoming Payments) where payment plans may be utilized.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled in and reviewing the configuration settings, you should be able to resolve the TU150 error and successfully create the payment plan.