How To Fix /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES028 - Status of payment not 'In Process' or 'Released for Posting'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Status of payment not 'In Process' or 'Released for Posting'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES028 - Status of payment not 'In Process' or 'Released for Posting' ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES028 indicates that the status of a payment is neither 'In Process' nor 'Released for Posting'. This typically occurs in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to financial transactions or accounts payable.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Status: The payment you are trying to process may have a status that does not allow it to be processed further. It could be in a status such as 'Blocked', 'Completed', or 'Cancelled'.
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow that prevents the payment from being moved to the correct status.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to allow payments to transition to the 'In Process' or 'Released for Posting' statuses.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the payment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Status: Review the status of the payment in the system. Ensure that it is indeed 'In Process' or 'Released for Posting'. If it is not, you may need to investigate why it is in its current status.
  Review Workflow: If the payment is stuck in a workflow, check the workflow logs to identify any issues. You may need to manually intervene or correct any errors in the workflow.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the payment processing settings are correctly configured. This may involve checking the payment methods, document types, and other related settings.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user attempting to process the payment has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust their roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to payment processing for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FBZP (Maintain Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage payment processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.