How To Fix WRMA_CAT122 - Payment type &1: Cust. terms/payment must be 'E' (no terms of payment)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Payment type &1: Cust. terms/payment must be 'E' (no terms of payment)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT122 - Payment type &1: Cust. terms/payment must be 'E' (no terms of payment) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_CAT122 Payment type &1: Cust. terms/payment must be 'E' (no terms of payment)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of a return or credit memo request in SAP (often in the Returns Management or Sales and Distribution module). The system expects that for the specified payment type (represented by &1), the customer’s terms of payment must be set to 'E', which means "No terms of payment".
  In other words, the payment type you are trying to use requires that the customer master record (or the relevant sales document) has the terms of payment set to 'E'. If the terms of payment are different, the system throws this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Payment Type &1: This is a placeholder for the actual payment type code you are using.
  Terms of Payment 'E': This is a special terms of payment indicator in SAP that means "No terms of payment" or immediate payment without any due date or payment schedule.
  The system enforces this because certain payment types (e.g., cash payments, immediate payments, or specific return payment methods) require that no payment terms are defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction FD02 (Change Customer) or XD02 (Change Customer - Sales Area).
  Navigate to the Payment Transactions tab.
  Verify the Terms of Payment field.
  If it is not set to 'E', change it to 'E' for the relevant sales area or company code.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Document:
  
  If the error occurs during document processing, check the terms of payment in the sales document header.
  Ensure it is set to 'E'.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Type Configuration (if applicable):
  
  Sometimes, the payment type configuration in customizing (SPRO) might enforce this rule.
  Check the payment type settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Payment Transactions ? Define Payment Types
  
  
  Verify if the payment type requires terms of payment 'E'.
  If business requirements allow, you may adjust the payment type settings or create a new payment type that does not require terms of payment 'E'.
  
  
  
  Coordinate with Finance/Accounting:
  
  Changing terms of payment can affect accounting and cash flow.
  Ensure that the change aligns with company policies.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Terms of Payment 'E': This is a standard SAP terms of payment key meaning "No terms of payment". It is often used for immediate payment scenarios.
  Payment Types: Payment types in SAP define how payments are processed (e.g., cash, check, bank transfer).
  Return Management: This error is common in return or credit memo processing where payment conditions are strictly validated.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FD02 / XD02: Change Customer Master
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRMA_CAT122 indicates a mismatch between the payment type used and the customer's terms of payment. To resolve it, ensure that the customer's terms of payment are set to 'E' (no terms of payment) for the payment type in question.
  
  If you need help with specific steps or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!