How To Fix FZ263 - Error during deletion of the payment document advice note

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Error during deletion of the payment document advice note

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Use transaction <DS:TRAN.FBE6>Delete advice</> to determine the cause
of the error and manually delete the advice. The current payment
document advice number is output in the <ZH>Advice number</> field. The
number consists of the <ZH>07</> identifier and the data carrier
reference number.
<ZH>Example</>:,,Ref. No. ,, '0000012306'
,, ,, ,,Advice No.,,'<ZH>07</>0000012306'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ263 - Error during deletion of the payment document advice note ?

  The SAP error message FZ263, which indicates "Error during deletion of the payment document advice note," typically arises when there is an issue with the deletion process of a payment document in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The payment document may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the document has already been cleared or is part of a completed transaction, it cannot be deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the payment document.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other documents (like invoices or other payment documents) that prevent deletion.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system error or inconsistency in the database that is causing the deletion to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the payment document. If it has been cleared or is part of a completed transaction, you may need to reverse or adjust the related transactions before deletion.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the document has the appropriate authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any linked documents that might be preventing the deletion. You can use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check for related documents.
  Use Transaction Codes: If the document is not deletable through the usual means, you might need to use specific transaction codes (like FB08 for reversing a document) to handle the situation.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  System Check: If the issue persists, consider performing a system check or consulting with your SAP Basis team to ensure there are no underlying system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to analyze the payment document and its status.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment processing and document management.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.