How To Fix 1P171 - Payment Order &1/&2 has Ext. Recipient; You Cannot Delete/Reverse it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1P - BCA: Payment Transactions

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Payment Order &1/&2 has Ext. Recipient; You Cannot Delete/Reverse it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1P171 - Payment Order &1/&2 has Ext. Recipient; You Cannot Delete/Reverse it ?

  The SAP error message 1P171 indicates that you are trying to delete or reverse a payment order that has an external recipient associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the payment has already been processed or is linked to an external entity, making it non-reversible or non-deletable through standard procedures.
  Cause:
  
  External Recipient: The payment order is linked to an external recipient (e.g., a vendor or customer) which means that the payment has been processed and cannot be simply deleted or reversed.
  Transaction Status: The payment order may have already been executed, meaning that the funds have been transferred, and thus, it cannot be reversed without following specific procedures.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may prevent the deletion or reversal of payment orders with external recipients to maintain data integrity and compliance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Status: Verify the status of the payment order. If it has been executed, you may need to follow a different process to handle the transaction (e.g., creating a reversal payment).
  Use Reversal Transactions: Instead of deleting, consider using the appropriate reversal transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like F110 for payment runs or F-53 for manual payments) to reverse the payment.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or your organization's financial procedures for handling payment orders with external recipients.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure how to proceed, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team or a financial consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments), and F-28 (Post Incoming Payments) for managing payments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to payment processing that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform deletion or reversal actions in the SAP system, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage your payment orders effectively.