How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_E086 - Payment order &1/&2/&3 could not be changed

/PF1/MSG_EH_E086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_E -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Payment order &1/&2/&3 could not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E086 - Payment order &1/&2/&3 could not be changed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E086 indicates that a payment order identified by the specified parameters (typically a combination of company code, payment order number, and fiscal year) could not be changed. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Status of the Payment Order: The payment order may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the payment order has already been processed or cleared, it may be locked for further modifications.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the payment order.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data associated with the payment order, such as missing or incorrect information.
  
  
  System Locking: The payment order might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being made.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the