/ATL/CASHIR201 - Payment method & for & is not defined for a cash payment

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/CASHIR -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Payment method & for & is not defined for a cash payment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/CASHIR201 - Payment method & for & is not defined for a cash payment ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/CASHIR201 Payment method & for & is not defined for a cash payment typically occurs in the context of cash management or payment processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified payment method is not configured for cash payments in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment method you are trying to use is not defined for cash payments in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method may not be appropriate for the transaction type you are attempting to process.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct payment method assigned for cash transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (or OBPM2 for payment method configuration).
  Verify that the payment method you are trying to use is defined for cash payments.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create or modify the payment method to include cash payment options.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Method to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the relevant company code for cash payments.
  You can do this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting -> Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable -> Payment Methods.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the correct payment method is assigned.
  You can check this in the vendor/customer master record using transaction codes XK03 (for vendors) or FD03 (for customers).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1, OBPM2, XK03, and FD03.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment methods and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully process cash payments in SAP.