1K008 - &1 payment orders cannot be used to create SEPA direct debits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1K - BCA: Account Type

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1 payment orders cannot be used to create SEPA direct debits

What causes this issue?

The ordering party is being credited (transaction type of the payment
order is <ZK>Credit</>) and the payment method used is <ZK>According to
SEPA</>.
Therefore, the system identifies this payment order as a SEPA direct
debit order (SDD). You can create an SDD from the following
transactions:
Create External Payment Order
Create Foreign Payment Order
You cannot create an SDD with an internal payment order, or backdate an
SDD.

System Response

The system does not allow you to create an SDD.

How to fix this error?

Use one of the transactions listed above to create an SDD.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1K008 - &1 payment orders cannot be used to create SEPA direct debits ?

  The SAP error message 1K008 indicates that payment orders cannot be used to create SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) direct debits. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment processing and direct debit functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used for the payment order may not be configured to support SEPA direct debits.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for SEPA direct debits may not be set up in the SAP system. This includes settings in the payment program and the relevant bank master data.
  Invalid Payment Order: The payment order itself may not meet the criteria required for creating a SEPA direct debit, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data.
  Incompatible Document Types: The document type of the payment order may not be compatible with SEPA direct debit processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in your SAP system (Transaction code: OBPM1).
  Ensure that the payment method used for the payment order is set up to allow SEPA direct debits.
  
  
  
  Review Bank Master Data:
  
  Verify that the bank details for the customer/vendor are correctly maintained and that they support SEPA transactions.
  Check if the IBAN and BIC are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Validate Payment Order:
  
  Review the payment order for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Check if the payment order is in a status that allows it to be processed for SEPA direct debits.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the document type associated with the payment order is compatible with SEPA direct debit processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP notes and documentation related to SEPA direct debit processing for any specific requirements or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the payment order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Direct Debit: A payment method that allows businesses to collect payments from customers' bank accounts in the Eurozone.
  SAP Payment Program: The module in SAP that handles payment processing, including the creation of payment orders and direct debits.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.