How To Fix WRMA_CAT141 - Payment type &1: Settlement partner must be none

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Payment type &1: Settlement partner must be none

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT141 - Payment type &1: Settlement partner must be none ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_CAT141 Payment type &1: Settlement partner must be none
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of a payment or settlement transaction in SAP when the payment type specified requires that the settlement partner field be empty (i.e., no settlement partner should be assigned), but a settlement partner has been entered or maintained.
  In other words, the payment type configuration in SAP mandates that no settlement partner is allowed for this payment type, but the system detects that a settlement partner has been assigned, causing the error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Payment Type: This is a key in SAP that defines the method or type of payment (e.g., check, bank transfer, cash).
  Settlement Partner: This is a business partner (customer, vendor, or other) involved in the settlement process.
  Certain payment types are configured to not allow a settlement partner because the payment is direct or does not require an intermediary or partner for settlement.
  If the system finds a settlement partner assigned for such a payment type, it throws this error to prevent inconsistent or invalid data processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction for payment types (e.g., SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Business Transactions ? Incoming/Outgoing Payments ? Payment Methods/Types).
  Verify the settings for the payment type in question.
  Confirm whether the payment type is configured to allow or disallow settlement partners.
  
  
  
  Review the Transaction Data:
  
  Check the document or transaction where the error occurs.
  Look at the settlement partner field.
  If the payment type requires no settlement partner, clear the settlement partner field.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Data Entry or Process:
  
  If the settlement partner is not required, remove it from the transaction.
  If a settlement partner is necessary, consider changing the payment type to one that allows settlement partners.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Process:
  
  Confirm with the business users whether the payment type and settlement partner assignment are correct as per business rules.
  Adjust the process or master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This error is common in Accounts Receivable (AR) or Accounts Payable (AP) payment processing.
  It can occur during manual payment entry, automatic payment runs, or settlement postings.
  The error message text uses a placeholder &1 which will be replaced by the actual payment type code when the error occurs.
  The customizing path and transaction codes may vary slightly depending on SAP version (ECC or S/4HANA).
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WRMA_CAT141 Payment type &1: Settlement partner must be none
  
  
  Cause
  Payment type configured to disallow settlement partner, but settlement partner assigned
  
  
  Solution
  Remove settlement partner from transaction or change payment type configuration
  
  
  Where to Check
  Payment type customizing, transaction data, business process
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the payment type code or the transaction context, I can help you with more specific steps or customizing paths.