How To Fix PFM_1146 - Document & is not a payment document or it is cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Document & is not a payment document or it is cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1146 - Document & is not a payment document or it is cancelled ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1146, which states "Document & is not a payment document or it is cancelled," typically occurs in the context of payment processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the document you are trying to process is either not recognized as a valid payment document or has been cancelled.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document you are trying to process may not be classified as a payment document in the system.
  Cancelled Document: The document may have been cancelled previously, making it unavailable for further processing.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or process the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payment processing settings that prevent the document from being recognized as valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check if the document you are trying to process is indeed a payment document. You can do this by reviewing the document type in the SAP system.
  Check Document Status: Confirm whether the document has been cancelled. You can do this by looking up the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for document display).
  Correct Document Number: Ensure that the document number you are entering is correct and exists in the system.
  Review User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the document. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that payment processing settings are correctly configured.
  Check for Updates or Notes: Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PFM_1146 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific guidance or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payment processing and document management for further insights into how documents are classified and processed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's customer support for more in-depth troubleshooting.