How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_E318 - R-Transaction already executed for SEPA payment item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_E -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: R-Transaction already executed for SEPA payment item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E318 - R-Transaction already executed for SEPA payment item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_E318 R-Transaction already executed for SEPA payment item &1 typically occurs in the context of handling SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) payment transactions. This error indicates that a specific transaction related to a SEPA payment item has already been executed, and therefore, the system is preventing a duplicate execution.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Execution: The most common cause of this error is that the payment item identified by &1 has already been processed or executed in the system. This could happen if:
  
  The payment was already sent to the bank.
  There was an attempt to reprocess a payment that has already been completed.
  There was a manual or automated retry of a payment that was already executed.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings related to payment processing might lead to this error if the system does not allow re-execution of certain transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Status: Verify the status of the payment item identified by &1. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the payment transaction history or logs.
  Checking the payment run or batch job that processed the SEPA payment.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Processing: Ensure that you are not attempting to reprocess a payment that has already been executed. If you need to make changes or corrections, consider using the appropriate transaction or process for adjustments rather than re-executing the original payment.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to SEPA payments to understand the specific workflows and restrictions in place.
  
  
  Error Handling: If you believe the transaction should not have been marked as executed, you may need to investigate further:
  
  Check for any system errors or logs that might indicate why the transaction was marked as executed.
  Consult with your SAP support team or technical team to see if there are any underlying issues with the payment processing logic.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage SEPA payments, such as:
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  FBPM: Manage Payment Medium
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Payment Processing: Understanding the SEPA payment process and the specific requirements for executing payments can help prevent errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or SEPA payment processing that might provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the payment has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.