Message type: E = Error
Message class: IDFB - Payment Reference Numbers
Message number: 303
Message text: The first character of the OCR payment reference is not valid
The OCR payment reference needs to start either with the '+' or with the
'>' character.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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IDFB303
- The first character of the OCR payment reference is not valid ?The SAP error message IDFB303, which states "The first character of the OCR payment reference is not valid," typically occurs in the context of processing OCR (Optical Character Recognition) payment references in SAP. This error indicates that the payment reference provided does not conform to the expected format, particularly regarding the first character.
Cause: Invalid Character: The first character of the OCR payment reference does not match the expected set of characters defined by the OCR format. For example, it may be a letter or symbol that is not allowed. Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to expect a specific format for payment references, and the input does not meet these criteria. Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the payment reference.
Solution: Check the Payment Reference: Review the payment reference being used and ensure that the first character is valid according to the OCR format specifications. Typically, the first
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