How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP063 - Account number substitution &1 -> &2 executed for payment item &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Account number substitution &1 -> &2 executed for payment item &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP063 - Account number substitution &1 -> &2 executed for payment item &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP063 indicates that there is an issue with account number substitution during the processing of a payment item. This message typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system attempts to substitute an account number (the original account number) with another account number (the substituted account number) for a specific payment item. The reasons for this substitution can vary, but common causes include:
  
  Configuration Issues: The account number substitution rules may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The account numbers involved may not exist in the system or may not be properly set up in the relevant master data (e.g., vendor or customer accounts).
  Payment Program Settings: The payment program settings may not align with the account substitution rules.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not support the account substitution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the account number substitution configuration in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module under the relevant settings for account determination or substitution rules.
  Ensure that the substitution rules are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the involved accounts (both original and substituted). Ensure that they are correctly set up and active in the system.
  If necessary, create or update the master data for the accounts involved.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Program Settings:
  
  Examine the settings of the payment program being used. Ensure that it is configured to allow for account substitutions as needed.
  Check if the payment method and other related settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Payment Item:
  
  Look into the specific payment item referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is valid and that all necessary data is complete.
  If the payment item is part of a batch, check the entire batch for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to account number substitution for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBBA (for account determination) or FBZP (for payment program configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.