How To Fix WRMA_FI083 - You cannot set field &1 of payment type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_FI - Messages for RMA

• Message number: 083

• Message text: You cannot set field &1 of payment type &2

What causes this issue?

The flag is set in field &V1& of payment type &V2&.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Remove the flag or delete the value in field &V1& of payment type &V2&.

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Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_FI083 - You cannot set field &1 of payment type &2 ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRMA_FI083 You cannot set field &1 of payment type &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when you try to set or modify a specific field (&1) for a payment type (&2) that is not allowed or not supported by the system configuration. Typically, this happens during payment processing or configuration of payment methods in Financial Accounting (FI) or Treasury modules.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Attempting to set a field in the payment program or payment method configuration that is restricted or irrelevant for the selected payment type.
  Customizing or user-exits/enhancements trying to update fields that are locked or not applicable.
  Incorrect or inconsistent configuration of payment methods in transaction codes like FBZP (Payment Program Configuration).
  
  
  Explanation of the placeholders:
  
  &1 = The name of the field you tried to set (e.g., "Bank Account", "Payment Medium Format", etc.)
  &2 = The payment type (e.g., "T" for transfer, "C" for check, etc.)
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction FBZP.
  Review the settings for the payment method and payment type in question.
  Verify which fields are allowed to be set or maintained for that payment type.
  Adjust the configuration to ensure that only valid fields are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If you have user-exits, BADIs, or custom programs modifying payment data, check if they are trying to set fields that are not allowed for the payment type.
  Modify the code to avoid setting these fields or add conditional logic to handle different payment types correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Medium Formats:
  
  Sometimes, the error arises if the payment medium format or related settings are inconsistent.
  Verify the payment medium format assigned to the payment method and ensure it supports the fields being set.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRMA_FI083 for any patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FBZP – Maintain Payment Program Configuration
  F110 – Automatic Payment Transactions
  OT83 – Define Payment Methods in Country
  
  
  
  Modules:
  
  FI (Financial Accounting)
  TR (Treasury) if payment types relate to treasury payments
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Help Portal for payment program configuration guides.
  Look for SAP Notes mentioning WRMA_FI083 for specific fixes or explanations.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRMA_FI083 indicates an attempt to set a field that is not allowed for a particular payment type. The fix involves reviewing and correcting the payment method configuration or custom code to ensure only valid fields are set for the payment type in question.