How To Fix EB248 - Document &1 for account &2, check group &3 and check &4 outsorted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Document &1 for account &2, check group &3 and check &4 outsorted

What causes this issue?

The system has outsorted invoicing document &V1& for contract account
&V2&, check group &V3&, and plausibility check &V4&.

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 EB248 - Document &1 for account &2, check group &3 and check &4 outsorted ?

  The SAP error message EB248 indicates that a document has been outsorted during the automatic payment processing due to issues related to the specified account, check group, and check number. This typically occurs in the context of the payment program in SAP, which is responsible for processing outgoing payments.
  Cause:
  The error message EB248 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Payment Block: The document may have a payment block set, preventing it from being processed.
  Insufficient Funds: There may not be enough funds in the account to cover the payment.
  Check Group Configuration: The check group may not be configured correctly or may not allow the payment for the specified account.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed (e.g., already paid, cleared, etc.).
  Payment Method: The payment method used may not be valid for the specified account or document.
  Vendor/Customer Master Data: Issues with the vendor or customer master data, such as incorrect payment terms or payment methods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EB248 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Payment Block: Review the document to see if there is a payment block. If so, remove the block if appropriate.
  Verify Funds: Ensure that there are sufficient funds in the account to cover the payment.
  Review Check Group Settings: Check the configuration of the check group in the payment program settings to ensure it is set up correctly for the account in question.
  Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure it is eligible for payment processing.
  Payment Method Validation: Ensure that the payment method used is valid for the account and document.
  Master Data Review: Review the vendor or customer master data for any discrepancies or issues that may affect payment processing.
  Run Payment Program Again: After making the necessary corrections, rerun the payment program to see if the document can be processed successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to review and process payments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EB248 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on payment processing and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting (FI) to further investigate the problem.