How To Fix EPIC_PP_SERVICES114 - Payment request &1 cannot be paid; request has incorrect status (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_PP_SERVICES - Messages for Payment Processing Services

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Payment request &1 cannot be paid; request has incorrect status (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_PP_SERVICES114 - Payment request &1 cannot be paid; request has incorrect status (&2) ?

  The SAP error message "EPIC_PP_SERVICES114 Payment request &1 cannot be paid; request has incorrect status (&2)" typically indicates that there is an issue with the status of a payment request in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of payment processing within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the payment request you are trying to process has a status that does not allow it to be paid. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Incorrect Status: The payment request may be in a status that is not eligible for payment (e.g., "Pending," "Rejected," or "Cancelled").
  Workflow Issues: The payment request may not have completed the necessary approval workflows.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors or missing information that prevent the payment request from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain statuses from being paid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Request Status: Review the status of the payment request (identified by &1 in the error message) in the SAP system. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for payment (e.g., "Approved" or "Ready for Payment").
  
  
  Review Workflow: If the payment request is part of a workflow, check to see if it has been fully approved. If it is still pending approval, follow up with the relevant stakeholders to complete the approval process.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Verify that all required fields and data entries for the payment request are complete and accurate. Make any necessary corrections.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect that the issue may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to payment processing.
  
  
  Reprocess Payment Request: If the status has been corrected, attempt to reprocess the payment request.
  
  
  Check for Related Notes: Look for any SAP Notes or documentation related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to manage payment requests.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or requires deeper technical investigation.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or training materials related to payment processing in your organization to ensure compliance with internal procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.