How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO040 - Creation of payment item &1 &2 is forwarded to release process

/PF1/MSG_PO040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Creation of payment item &1 &2 is forwarded to release process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO040 - Creation of payment item &1 &2 is forwarded to release process ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO040 indicates that the creation of a payment item (in this case, a payment request or payment proposal) is being forwarded to a release process. This typically means that the payment item requires approval before it can be processed further. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Release Strategy: The payment item is subject to a release strategy that requires approval from designated personnel before it can be processed. This is common in organizations that have strict financial controls.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require certain conditions to be met before a payment item can be created or processed.
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to create the payment item may not have the necessary authorizations to bypass the release process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Strategy:
  
  Review the release strategy configuration in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under Financial Accounting