How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_P_TMPL013 - Duplicate payment order template key buffered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_P_TMPL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Duplicate payment order template key buffered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P_TMPL013 - Duplicate payment order template key buffered ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P_TMPL013 Duplicate payment order template key buffered typically indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the payment order template data. This can occur when the system is trying to process a payment order template that has already been defined in the system, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Template Key: The error is primarily caused by having two or more payment order templates with the same key (identifier) in the system.
  Buffering Issues: The error may also arise from issues related to data buffering, where the system is trying to access a template that is already loaded in memory, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Go to the transaction code where payment order templates are managed (e.g., transaction F110 for automatic payment transactions).
  Review the list of payment order templates to identify any duplicates. Look for templates with the same key or identifier.
  If duplicates are found, you can either delete or modify the duplicate entries to ensure that each template has a unique key.
  
  
  
  Clear Buffer:
  
  If the issue is related to buffering, you may need to clear the buffer. This can often be done by restarting the relevant application server or using transaction SM12 to check for and delete any locked entries that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for payment order templates to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payment order templates for any specific guidance or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking for duplicates and clearing the buffer, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the underlying data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to payment order templates and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your payment order templates are functioning correctly.