How To Fix /PF1/MSG_IPM_E120 - Number of payment orders created: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_IPM_E -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Number of payment orders created: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_IPM_E120 - Number of payment orders created: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_IPM_E120 with the text "Number of payment orders created: &1" typically indicates that there is an issue related to the creation of payment orders in the SAP system. The message usually includes a placeholder &1 that gets replaced with the actual number of payment orders that were attempted to be created.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payment processing settings, such as incorrect payment methods, bank details, or payment program settings.
  Data Issues: Missing or incorrect data in the vendor/customer master records, or in the payment documents themselves, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create payment orders.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, or issues with the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for payment processing in the SAP system. Ensure that payment methods, bank details, and payment program settings are correctly configured.
  Validate Data: Check the master data for vendors/customers and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Look for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create payment orders. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the payment order creation process.
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to identify the root cause without affecting production data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage payment runs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for payment processing to understand the configuration and data requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.