How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CP174 - Payment order &1/&2/&3 skipped; Check if process is in restart mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CP -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Payment order &1/&2/&3 skipped; Check if process is in restart mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP174 - Payment order &1/&2/&3 skipped; Check if process is in restart mode ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP174 Payment order &1/&2/&3 skipped; Check if process is in restart mode typically indicates that a payment order has been skipped during processing due to the system being in a restart mode. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly in financial processes involving payment orders.
  Cause:
  
  Restart Mode: The system may be in a restart mode due to a previous failure or interruption in processing. This can happen if a job was terminated unexpectedly or if there was a system crash.
  Locking Issues: The payment order might be locked by another process, preventing it from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are causing the payment order to be skipped.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the data associated with the payment order, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Restart Mode: Verify if the system is indeed in restart mode. You can do this by checking the job logs or the status of the payment processing jobs in transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Review Job Logs: Look at the logs for the job that was processing the payment orders to identify any errors or warnings that may have occurred prior to this message.
  Unlock Payment Orders: If the payment order is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and resolve it. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks.
  Reprocess Payment Orders: If the system was in restart mode, you may need to reprocess the payment orders. This can often be done by restarting the relevant job or process.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to payment processing to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the payment order to ensure that all required fields are populated and correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and error handling for more context on how to manage payment orders effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.