How To Fix SAFM_EOPO046 - Outgoing payments cannot be posted for this document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFM_EOPO - Expenditure Order and Payment Order

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Outgoing payments cannot be posted for this document

What causes this issue?

Outgoing payments for expenditure orders cannot be posted using this
transaction.

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?

To post outgoing payments for expenditure orders, use the following
transactions:
<ZH>Post payments for Ministry of Finance payment type</>: Use
transaction code <ZH>SAPYMF01 </>or use the <ZH>Easy Access Menu</> and
navigate to: <LS>Accounting </>> <LS>Financial Accounting</> >
<LS>Accounts Payable</> > <LS>Document Entry</> > <LS>Country-Specific
Functions </>> <LS>Saudi Arabia</> > <LS>Public Sector</> > <LS>Payment
Processing for Expenditure Orders</> > <LS>Ministry of Finance Payments
</> > <LS>Create MoF Payment Order</>
<ZH>Post payments for internal transfer payment type</>: Use transaction
code <ZH>SAPYIT01 </>or use the <ZH>Easy Access Menu</> and navigate to:
<LS>Accounting </>> <LS>Financial Accounting</> > <LS>Accounts Payable
</> > <LS>Document Entry</> > <LS>Country-Specific Functions</> >
<LS>Saudi Arabia </>> <LS>Public Sector</> > <LS>Payment Processing for
Expenditure Orders</> > <LS>Internal Transfer Payments</> > <LS>Create
Internal Transfer Payment</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFM_EOPO046 - Outgoing payments cannot be posted for this document ?

  The SAP error message SAFM_EOPO046 indicates that outgoing payments cannot be posted for a specific document. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with outgoing payments in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for outgoing payments. For example, it could be blocked or already cleared.
  Payment Method Issues: The payment method used may not be valid for the document type or may not be configured correctly.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on outgoing payments.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields or data may be missing or incorrect, preventing the posting of the payment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post outgoing payments for the document in question.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. If it is blocked or cleared, you may need to take appropriate actions to unblock or reverse the clearing.
  Review Payment Method: Ensure that the payment method is correctly configured and valid for the document type. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  Validate Document Type: Check if the document type allows for outgoing payments. If not, you may need to use a different document type or adjust the configuration.
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Review the document for any missing or incorrect information.
  Check Authorizations: Confirm that the user attempting to post the payment has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to request additional permissions from your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to investigate the document further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to outgoing payments and document management for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.