How To Fix 1J096 - Return reason &1 posted, item in postprocessing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Return reason &1 posted, item in postprocessing

What causes this issue?

Payment items were created from the payment order that only affect
accounts in the SAP system. There were errors during posting of the
payment items - one or more payment items must be post processed.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Go to post processing and correct the errors.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J096 - Return reason &1 posted, item in postprocessing ?

  The SAP error message 1J096 typically indicates that a return reason has been posted for a specific item, and that item is now in a post-processing state. This error often arises in the context of handling returns in the SAP system, particularly in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A return has been processed, and the system has recorded a return reason for the item.
  The item is in a state that requires further processing, which could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Incomplete data for the return processing.
  The return item is awaiting further actions (e.g., inspection, approval).
  There may be a configuration issue or a missing step in the return process.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Return Document: Review the return document associated with the item. Ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct.
  
  
  Post-Processing: Identify what post-processing actions are required for the item. This may involve:
  
  Completing any necessary inspections or approvals.
  Ensuring that the return reason is valid and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes to check the status of the return. Common transaction codes include:
  
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  MB03: Display Material Document
  
  
  
  Configuration Check: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for return processing in the SAP system. Ensure that return reasons are correctly defined and that the return process is set up according to business requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details related to return processing and error messages.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Return Reasons: Return reasons are predefined codes in SAP that explain why a product is being returned. They can affect inventory management and financial postings.
  Post-Processing Framework: SAP has a post-processing framework that allows for the management of follow-up actions for various business processes, including returns.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.