How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV400 - Outgoing payment order not created, error in converter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Outgoing payment order not created, error in converter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV400 - Outgoing payment order not created, error in converter ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV400 Outgoing payment order not created, error in converter typically indicates that there is an issue with the conversion process of data when trying to create an outgoing payment order. This error can arise from various factors, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the payment medium format.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The payment medium format may not be correctly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the payment method, house bank, or payment medium workbench.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be missing or incorrect data in the payment order or related master data (e.g., vendor master data).
  Converter Program Issues: The program responsible for converting the payment order data into the required format may have bugs or may not be properly installed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the payment order creation process.
  Technical Issues: There could be issues with the underlying technical infrastructure, such as database problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the payment medium format in transaction code OBPM1 (for payment medium formats) and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the payment method and house bank settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the payment order for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review the vendor master data to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Test the Converter:
  
  If you have access to the relevant transaction codes, you can test the payment medium format conversion manually to see if it produces any errors.
  Check for any updates or patches for the converter program that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payment order creation has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  Look for any dumps in transaction code ST22 that may indicate a more serious underlying issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBPM1 - Payment Medium Formats
  F110 - Automatic Payment Transactions
  SLG1 - Application Log
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and payment medium formats for additional insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /PF1/MSG_CONV400.