How To Fix 0D474 - Current dunning procedure &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Current dunning procedure &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D474 - Current dunning procedure &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "0D474 Current dunning procedure &1 does not exist" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified dunning procedure in the configuration. This can happen for several reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing entries, or issues with the master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dunning Procedure: The specified dunning procedure (indicated by &1) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The dunning procedure may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The customer/vendor master data may not be linked to the correct dunning procedure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the dunning procedure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dunning Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBPM4 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Dunning > Dunning Procedure > Define Dunning Procedure).
  Verify if the dunning procedure with the specified identifier exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Dunning Procedure:
  
  If the dunning procedure does not exist, you can create a new one by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the required details.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you can modify it to ensure it meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Customer/Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction codes FD03 (for customers) or FK03 (for vendors) to check the master data.
  Ensure that the correct dunning procedure is assigned to the customer/vendor in the master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the dunning procedure. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the dunning procedure was recently created or modified in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Process: Dunning is the process of communicating with customers to ensure the collection of accounts receivable. It involves sending reminders and notices for overdue payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F150 (Dunning) for executing the dunning run.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring dunning procedures and understanding the dunning process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the dunning procedure is correctly set up in your SAP system.