How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE021 - Payment item &1 was already returned

/PF1/MSG_RE021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Payment item &1 was already returned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE021 - Payment item &1 was already returned ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE021 indicates that a payment item has already been returned. This typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with returned checks or payment items that have been reversed or canceled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Return Processing: The payment item has already been processed as a return, and an attempt is being made to return it again.
  Incorrect Transaction: The user may be trying to execute a return on a payment item that is not eligible for return.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment processing module that leads to incorrect handling of payment items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Item Status: Verify the status of the payment item in question. If it has already been returned, no further action is needed.
  Review Transaction History: Look at the transaction history for the payment item to confirm that it has been processed correctly and to understand the sequence of events.
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