How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE072 - Payment item with the number &PI_NO& could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Payment item with the number &PI_NO& could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE072 - Payment item with the number &PI_NO& could not be read ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_RE072 indicates that a payment item with the specified number (&PI_NO&) could not be read. This error typically occurs in the context of processing payment items in the SAP system, particularly when using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) related to payment processing.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Payment Item Number: The payment item number provided may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Data Deletion: The payment item may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payment item.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment processing module in SAP.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the retrieval of the payment item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Payment Item Number: Check the payment item number for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Check Payment Item Status: Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check if the payment item is still available and has not been deleted or archived.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the payment item. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Consult with Technical Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP technical support team to investigate any potential configuration or database issues.
  Check for System Notes: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error or related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its parameters and expected input.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payment processing, such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), and others.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further investigation.