How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH008 - Error while reversing/rejecting payment order with reversal reason &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error while reversing/rejecting payment order with reversal reason &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH008 - Error while reversing/rejecting payment order with reversal reason &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH008 typically occurs when there is an issue with reversing or rejecting a payment order in the SAP system. This error message indicates that there is a problem related to the reversal reason specified during the process.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Reversal Reason: The reversal reason specified may not be valid or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Payment Order Status: The payment order may be in a status that does not allow for reversal or rejection.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payment processing settings that prevent the reversal from being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal or rejection of the payment order.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the payment order that prevent the reversal from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reversal Reason: Verify that the reversal reason you are using is valid and correctly configured in the system. You can check the configuration in the relevant customizing settings (e.g., in the Financial Accounting module).
  
  
  Review Payment Order Status: Ensure that the payment order is in a status that allows for reversal. If the payment order has already been processed or cleared, it may not be eligible for reversal.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal or rejection. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details regarding the error message and its implications.
  
  
  Check for Data Issues: Investigate if there are any data integrity issues with the payment order. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect data in the payment order details.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to payment processing, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the payment processing module for any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error message, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully reverse or reject the payment order.