How To Fix 1J046 - Posting preparation or posting of payment order was incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1J - BCA: Payment Order Dialog

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Posting preparation or posting of payment order was incorrect

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during posting that does not permit the creation of
the payment order.
You can find an explicit description of the error in the application
log, directly before this error.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J046 - Posting preparation or posting of payment order was incorrect ?

  The SAP error message 1J046 indicates that there was an issue during the posting preparation or posting of a payment order. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payment Order Data: The payment order may contain incorrect or incomplete data, such as invalid account numbers, incorrect amounts, or missing mandatory fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payment processing settings, such as incorrect payment methods or bank details.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post the payment order.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow posting, such as being blocked or already posted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payment Order Data: Review the payment order for any incorrect or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings for payment processing in the SAP system. Ensure that payment methods, bank details, and other related settings are correctly configured.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to post the payment order has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Analyze Logs and Traces: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any logs or dumps that may provide more details about the error.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document is in an incorrect status, try to change its status or reprocess it as needed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and FBZP (Maintain Automatic Payment Transactions) for managing payment processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.