How To Fix PZ086 - A payment request for document &1/&2/&3 from &4 has already been archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PZ - Messages: Payment program for payment requests

• Message number: 086

• Message text: A payment request for document &1/&2/&3 from &4 has already been archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PZ086 - A payment request for document &1/&2/&3 from &4 has already been archived ?

  The SAP error message PZ086 indicates that a payment request for a specific document has already been archived. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system is trying to access or process a payment request that is no longer available in the active database because it has been archived for storage or compliance reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The payment request has been archived as part of the data management process in SAP. This is often done to improve system performance and manage data volume.
  Document Status: The document may have been processed or completed, leading to its archiving.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number or reference being used may be incorrect or outdated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the payment request is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive management settings in SAP.
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access the archived payment request, you may need to use the archive information system (transaction SARA) to retrieve the archived data.
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow to ensure that the payment request is correctly referenced and that you are using the right document number.
  Consult with IT/Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or IT department. They may need to restore the archived document or provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archived data.
  Archiving Configuration: Understand the archiving configuration in your SAP system, which can be found in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and payment processing for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the PZ086 error and understand the implications of working with archived payment requests in SAP.