How To Fix 68011 - Payment lock (&1) for open items is not defined or not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Payment lock (&1) for open items is not defined or not permitted

What causes this issue?

The payment block (&v1&) for open items has not been defined, or has
not been defined correctly. Only payment blocks which cannot be changed
in the payment proposal and which also apply for manual payment are
permitted.

System Response

You cannot process the open items.

How to fix this error?

Define the payment block for open items in the settings for the product
type for the company code.
<DS:SIMG.PROD_PRO_BUKRS>Company-code-dependent settings for product
type</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68011 - Payment lock (&1) for open items is not defined or not permitted ?

  The SAP error message "68011 Payment lock (&1) for open items is not defined or not permitted" typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with open items in accounts payable or receivable. This error indicates that there is a restriction or configuration issue related to the payment lock for the specified open items.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Lock Not Defined: The payment lock for the specified open item is not defined in the system. This could happen if the configuration for payment locks has not been set up correctly.
  Payment Lock Not Permitted: The payment lock may be defined, but the current user or transaction does not have the necessary permissions to process payments for the specified open items.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to payment processing, such as missing or incorrect settings in the payment program or document types.
  Open Item Status: The open item may be in a status that does not allow for payment processing, such as being blocked or already cleared.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Lock Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for payment locks in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the payment lock for the relevant open items is defined correctly.
  Verify that the settings align with the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user executing the payment has the necessary permissions to process payments for the specified open items.
  Adjust the user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Examine Open Item Status:
  
  Review the status of the open items in question. Ensure that they are not blocked or in a status that prevents payment processing.
  If the items are blocked, investigate the reason for the block and resolve it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on payment locks and their configuration.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test payment run to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and FB03 (Display Document) to analyze payment runs and document statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payment locks and error message 68011 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.