How To Fix TU551 - Payment scheme &1 does not exist on the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Payment scheme &1 does not exist on the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU551 - Payment scheme &1 does not exist on the database ?

  The SAP error message TU551, which states "Payment scheme &1 does not exist on the database," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified payment scheme in the database. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payment Scheme: The payment scheme you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment scheme may not be properly configured or activated in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or incorrect references.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payment scheme.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Scheme Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where payment schemes are defined.
  Ensure that the payment scheme you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Payment Scheme:
  
  If the payment scheme does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) or the relevant module.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data consistency in the database.
  You may need to perform a database consistency check or use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to investigate the database tables directly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the payment scheme.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include access to the relevant payment scheme.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the payment scheme was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) or OBVCU (for payment scheme configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on payment schemes and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.