F0272 - The following payment documents/payment orders were not updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 272

• Message text: The following payment documents/payment orders were not updated

What causes this issue?

An update termination occurred so that a payment document was not
created. The payment document check makes sure that the accompanying
payment medium is not issued.

System Response

The payment medium for the terminated payment document was not
generated.

How to fix this error?

The invoices are still open so that they are cleared during the next
payment run. Make sure, however, that you check why this update
termination took place by using the system administration.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0272 - The following payment documents/payment orders were not updated ?

  The SAP error message F0272, which states "The following payment documents/payment orders were not updated," typically occurs during the processing of payment runs or when attempting to post payment documents. This error indicates that there are issues preventing the successful update of certain payment documents or payment orders in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The payment documents may have missing or incorrect data, such as invalid account numbers, missing payment methods, or incorrect vendor/customer information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the payment documents.
  Document Status: The payment documents may be in a status that does not allow them to be updated (e.g., already processed or blocked).
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues such as database locks, system errors, or inconsistencies in the payment document data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payment processing settings or payment methods can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payment Document Data: Review the payment documents that are causing the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is valid.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the payment has the necessary authorizations to update the payment documents.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the payment documents. If they are already processed or blocked, you may need to reverse or unlock them before reprocessing.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the documents were not updated.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues or database locks.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to payment processing in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to review payment runs and analyze the documents involved.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to payment processing for additional troubleshooting steps and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.