How To Fix FAP_PP069 - No payment media were created because of manual approval needed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_PP - Messages for payment proposal

• Message number: 069

• Message text: No payment media were created because of manual approval needed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_PP069 - No payment media were created because of manual approval needed ?

  The SAP error message FAP_PP069 indicates that no payment media were created because manual approval is required. This typically occurs in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment runs.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Manual Approval Requirement: The payment run has been configured to require manual approval before payment media can be generated. This is often a control mechanism to ensure that payments are reviewed before they are processed.
  
  
  Payment Block: There may be a payment block set on the vendor or invoice that requires manual intervention to resolve.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The payment program settings may be configured to require approvals for certain payment types or amounts.
  
  
  Missing Approvals: If there are pending approvals in the workflow related to the payment run, the system will not generate payment media until those approvals are completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Approval Status: Review the payment documents in question to see if they are pending approval. You may need to follow up with the responsible parties to ensure that the necessary approvals are obtained.
  
  
  Review Payment Block: Check if there are any payment blocks on the vendor or invoice. If so, you may need to remove the block or resolve the underlying issue.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the requirement for manual approval is not necessary for your business process, you may consider adjusting the configuration settings in the payment program to allow for automatic processing.
  
  
  Run Payment Program Again: Once the necessary approvals are obtained and any blocks are resolved, you can rerun the payment program to generate the payment media.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance on handling payment approvals and configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage payment runs and approvals.
  Workflow Management: If your organization uses SAP Workflow for approvals, ensure that the workflow is functioning correctly and that all approvers are notified.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the users involved in the approval process have the necessary roles and authorizations to approve payments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.