What is direct debit (authorization for payer's bank) in SAP SRD-FIN-ACP - FIN-Payables?

SAP Term: direct debit (authorization for payer's bank)

• Component: SRD-FIN-ACP

• Component Name: FIN-Payables

• Description: A payment method using a bank debit memo. This kind of payment requires authorization at the payer’s bank in the form of a direct debit procedure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Direct debit is a payment method in which the payer authorizes the payee to collect a payment from the payer's bank account. This authorization is typically done through a signed form or online agreement. The payee then initiates the payment from the payer's bank account on the agreed upon date. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, direct debit is managed through the SRD-FIN-ACP FIN-Payables-Payment Processing component. This component allows users to set up direct debit payments, view payment status, and manage payment details. It also provides tools for reconciling payments and managing payment exceptions. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up direct debit payments in SAP, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is entered correctly. This includes the payer's bank account number, the amount of the payment, and the date of the payment. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary authorization forms are signed and submitted before initiating a direct debit payment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on direct debit payments in SAP, please refer to SAP's documentation on SRD-FIN-ACP FIN-Payables-Payment Processing. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up and manage direct debit payments in SAP.