1P819 - Payment note format abbreviated to &1 lines with &2 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1P - BCA: Payment Transactions

• Message number: 819

• Message text: Payment note format abbreviated to &1 lines with &2 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1P819 - Payment note format abbreviated to &1 lines with &2 characters ?

  The SAP error message "1P819 Payment note format abbreviated to &1 lines with &2 characters" typically occurs when the payment note exceeds the allowed limits for the number of lines or characters in a payment document. This message is often encountered in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with payment advice or remittance information.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The payment note or text you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum number of characters allowed for that field.
  Exceeding Line Limit: The payment note may also exceed the maximum number of lines allowed for the payment document.
  Configuration Settings: The limits for the payment note format may be configured in the system, and the data being processed does not comply with these settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Note Content: Check the content of the payment note you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not exceed the specified limits for lines and characters.
  Modify Configuration: If you have the necessary permissions, you can review and modify the configuration settings for payment notes in the relevant SAP transaction (e.g., customizing settings in SPRO).
  Split the Payment Note: If the payment note is too long, consider splitting it into multiple notes or summarizing the information to fit within the allowed limits.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the limits for payment notes in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a system configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), or others depending on the context of the payment processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on configuration settings.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the payment note processing.
  
  By addressing the content of the payment note and ensuring it adheres to the system's limits, you should be able to resolve the error message.