How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH277 - Active Return for PI Number (&, &, &) was validated: NOT OK

/PF1/MSG_EH277 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Active Return for PI Number (&, &, &) was validated: NOT OK

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH277 - Active Return for PI Number (&, &, &) was validated: NOT OK ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH277 Active Return for PI Number (&, &, &) was validated: NOT OK typically relates to issues in the processing of a Purchase Invoice (PI) in the SAP system. This error indicates that the validation for the active return of a specific Purchase Invoice number has failed.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the Purchase Invoice, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for handling returns or the specific business process may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the return for the specified Purchase Invoice.
  Status of the Invoice: The status of the Purchase Invoice may not allow for a return (e.g., it may be already processed or closed).
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validations that are not being met for the return process.
  
  Solutions:
  
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