Visa reason code 12.4 is issued when a transaction is processed to the wrong account number—meaning the cardholder was charged, but the charge was intended for a different customer. This typically occurs due to manual keying errors, duplicate card records, or a mix-up at the point of sale or during data entry.
Even if the cardholder received the product or service, a mismatch between the intended and charged account can result in a chargeback. Merchants must ensure that transactions are submitted with accurate account details to avoid liability.
If the account number was entered correctly or the cardholder received the goods/services, submit documentation to support your case:
Protect against account number errors with accurate systems and careful workflows: