How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_P078 - Payment order cannot be rejected due to ORP status &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_P -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Payment order cannot be rejected due to ORP status &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P078 - Payment order cannot be rejected due to ORP status &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P078 indicates that a payment order cannot be rejected due to its current status, which is represented by the placeholder &1. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment orders that are in a specific status that does not allow for rejection.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the payment order being in a status that prohibits rejection. Common statuses that might lead to this error include:
  
  The payment order has already been processed or executed.
  The payment order is in a status that is considered final (e.g., "Completed" or "Cleared").
  The payment order is locked or has dependencies that prevent it from being rejected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Payment Order: 
  
  Use transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check the status of the payment order.
  Identify the current status of the payment order that is causing the rejection issue.
  
  
  
  Determine the Next Steps Based on Status:
  
  If the payment order is in a status that cannot be rejected, you may need to reverse or cancel the payment order instead of rejecting it.
  If the payment order is still in a processable state, ensure that all necessary conditions for rejection are met.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of rejecting or reversing a payment order, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the impact on financial reporting and cash flow.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  In some cases, the configuration settings in the SAP system may need to be reviewed to ensure that the statuses are correctly defined and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payment processing, such as F110, FBL1N, and FBZP (Payment Program Configuration).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on payment orders, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and take appropriate action regarding the payment order in question.