SAP Financial Accounting (SAP FI) Practice Exam

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What is typically the priority of the payment method during a payment run?

The one with the lowest cost
The one set with the highest priority
Random selection based on vendor preference
The first method listed in the configuration

The correct answer is: The one set with the highest priority

The priority of the payment method during a payment run is generally determined by the one set with the highest priority. This is based on configuration settings within the SAP system that allow users to define payment methods for different vendors and situations. When processing payments, the system checks the configurations and selects the payment method based on this designated priority level. For instance, if a vendor has multiple payment methods available, the method with the highest priority will be used first to ensure that payments are processed in a manner that aligns with the organizational policies or preferences. This can often relate to factors such as transaction fees, payment speed, or vendor agreements. The other options do not reflect the standard operational logic in SAP's payment processing. While it may make sense to consider cost or vendor preferences, these factors are secondary to the priority established in the configuration. Random selection or using the first method listed does not align with the structured approach SAP follows for ensuring efficient and effective payment processing. Thus, the answer rests on the configurational priority set for each payment method.