How To Fix PFM_1156 - Payt.auth.payment date cannot be earlier than payment auth.creation date!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Payt.auth.payment date cannot be earlier than payment auth.creation date!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_1156 - Payt.auth.payment date cannot be earlier than payment auth.creation date! ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1156 indicates that there is an issue with the payment authorization process, specifically that the payment date you are trying to use is earlier than the date when the payment authorization was created. This is a validation error to ensure that the payment cannot be processed before it has been authorized.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Date: The payment date you are trying to enter is set to a date that is earlier than the payment authorization creation date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the payment date or the authorization date.
  System Configuration: There could be a configuration issue in the payment processing settings that is causing this validation to trigger incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Date: Verify the payment date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is set to a date that is equal to or later than the payment authorization creation date.
  Review Authorization Date: Check the payment authorization creation date to confirm that it is correct and that you are not mistakenly using an outdated date.
  Adjust Dates: If the payment date is indeed earlier than the authorization date, adjust the payment date to a valid date.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to adjust them, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  System Configuration: If you believe the error is due to a system configuration issue, contact your SAP support team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to payment processing and authorization in SAP, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify payment authorizations and payments in the system.
  Training and Documentation: If this error is common in your organization, consider providing training or creating documentation to help users avoid it in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the payment authorization process.