How To Fix PFM_GENERIC791 - For additional information on documents' process status, see long text!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_GENERIC - Messages to be reused on ADDON PT

• Message number: 791

• Message text: For additional information on documents' process status, see long text!

What causes this issue?

Error or info messages are issued while running migration program
PTFM_MM_MIG_EFD

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

,,Generic messages when running in test mode:
- Lights off indicator with message "Document ready for processing" -->
Document has been checked and is ready for migration
- Yellow Light indicator with message " Document does not need to be
updated " --> Document already fulfils the migration goals (may have
been updated in a previous run) and. so, does not need to be updated
,,Generic messages when running in production mode:
- Yellow Light indicator with message " Document does not need to be
updated " --> Document already fulfils the migration goals (may have
been updated in a previous run) and. so, does not need to be updated
- Green Light indicator with message " Document has been correctly
updated " --> Document was correctly processed and migrated
,,Error messages when running in production mode:
- Red Light indicator with message " Error occurred while updating
document " --> A non-initial return code was issued while trying to
update document and, so, document was not migrated. Inform your system
administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_GENERIC791 - For additional information on documents' process status, see long text! ?

  The SAP error message PFM_GENERIC791 typically relates to issues in the Payment Processing Framework (PPF) or the Payment Management module. This error can occur due to various reasons, often linked to the processing of payment documents or the status of related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status Issues: The error may arise if the payment document is in an inconsistent state or if there are issues with the status of related documents.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payment processing settings or in the related modules can lead to this error.
  Missing Data: Required data for processing payments may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the payment document.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be triggered by bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that have not been applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the payment document and any related documents. Ensure that they are in a valid state for processing.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings in the Payment Processing Framework and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Complete Missing Data: Identify any missing data that may be required for the payment processing and complete it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify the exact point of failure.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions on how to resolve the issue. Make sure to review it carefully.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help in troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation related to Payment Processing Framework for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PFM_GENERIC791 error message in SAP.