How To Fix >W108 - Cannot use payment method &1 for payment order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >W -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Cannot use payment method &1 for payment order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >W108 - Cannot use payment method &1 for payment order ?

  The SAP error message W108: "Cannot use payment method &1 for payment order" typically indicates that there is an issue with the payment method being used in a payment order. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Payment Method Configuration: The payment method may not be configured correctly in the system. This includes settings in the payment method configuration that restrict its use for certain payment types or conditions.
  
  
  Payment Method Not Allowed: The payment method may not be allowed for the specific transaction or vendor/customer. This can happen if the payment method is not assigned to the vendor or customer master data.
  
  
  Company Code Settings: The payment method may not be valid for the company code associated with the payment order. Each company code can have different settings for payment methods.
  
  
  Payment Method in Use: The payment method may be restricted for use in certain scenarios, such as if it is marked as inactive or if it is not allowed for the specific payment run.
  
  
  Bank Details: The bank details associated with the payment method may not be correctly set up or may be missing.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP (Transaction code: OBVCU).
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly configured for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the vendor or customer.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the payment method in the company code (Transaction code: OBPM1).
  Ensure that the payment method is active and allowed for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Method Status:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is not marked as inactive or restricted for the payment run you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Details:
  
  Check the bank details associated with the payment method to ensure they are correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the payment method and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBVCU (Payment Method Configuration), OBPM1 (Payment Method per Company Code), XK03 (Display Vendor), and XD03 (Display Customer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific payment method or error message for additional guidance or patches.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the payment order has the necessary authorizations to use the specified payment method.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.