How To Fix /CEECV/BEFI002 - Payment reference &4 is not valid for document &1/&2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEECV/BEFI -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Payment reference &4 is not valid for document &1/&2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEECV/BEFI002 - Payment reference &4 is not valid for document &1/&2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message /CEECV/BEFI002 Payment reference &4 is not valid for document &1/&2/&3 typically indicates that there is an issue with the payment reference number being used in a financial transaction. This error is often encountered in the context of electronic bank statement processing or payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Payment Reference: The payment reference number provided does not match any existing or expected references in the system.
  Document Status: The document associated with the payment reference may be in a status that does not allow for the processing of payments (e.g., it may be closed or archived).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the payment reference requirements.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the payment reference number or the document numbers being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Payment Reference: Check the payment reference number to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing document in the system.
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document associated with the payment reference. Ensure that it is open and eligible for payment processing.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings related to payment references are correctly configured.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any typographical errors, correct them and try processing the payment again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to investigate the document and payment reference further.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.