How To Fix >0342 - Payment order already created for document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Payment order already created for document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0342 - Payment order already created for document &1 ?

  The SAP error message 0342 ("Payment order already created for document &1") typically occurs when you attempt to create a payment order for a document that has already had a payment order generated. This is a common scenario in financial processes where duplicate payment orders are not allowed for the same document.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Payment Order: The primary cause of this error is that a payment order has already been created for the specified document (indicated by &1). This can happen if:
  
  The payment order was created manually or automatically in a previous run.
  There was an attempt to process the same document multiple times.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may not allow multiple payment orders for the same document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Payment Orders: 
  
  Use transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check if a payment order has already been created for the document in question.
  Look for the document number indicated in the error message to confirm if a payment order exists.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Run: 
  
  If you are running a payment program, ensure that the document is not included in the selection criteria for the payment run if it has already been processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Processing: 
  
  If you need to change the payment order, you may need to reverse or delete the existing payment order before creating a new one. This can be done using transaction codes like F110 for payment run processing or FB08 for reversing documents.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the payment order or how to proceed, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the correct procedures are followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific scenarios.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to payment processing to understand the workflow and restrictions regarding payment orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the context in which it occurs.