How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_P068 - Payment order &1 cannot be rejected because of status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_P -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Payment order &1 cannot be rejected because of status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P068 - Payment order &1 cannot be rejected because of status &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P068 indicates that a payment order cannot be rejected due to its current status. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment orders in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an attempt is made to reject a payment order that is in a status that does not allow for rejection. Common statuses that may prevent rejection include:
  
  Processed: The payment order has already been processed.
  Cleared: The payment order has been cleared and cannot be modified.
  In Process: The payment order is currently being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the status of the payment order in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code F110 for automatic payment transactions) and checking the payment order details.
  
  
  Determine the Next Steps:
  
  If the payment order is in a status that does not allow rejection, you may need to take alternative actions, such as reversing the payment or adjusting the payment order if possible.
  If the payment order is already processed or cleared, you may need to create a new payment order or use a different method to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling payment orders and their statuses. This may provide specific instructions on how to manage payment orders in various statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FB03 (Display Document) to navigate and manage payment orders effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payment order processing that may provide additional insights or solutions for similar issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on payment orders, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage your payment orders effectively within SAP.