How To Fix >1697 - There is already a dunning proposal with run ID &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >1 - Shockwave SAPGUI message handling

• Message number: 697

• Message text: There is already a dunning proposal with run ID &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >1697 - There is already a dunning proposal with run ID &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message 1697 indicates that there is already a dunning proposal created with the specified run ID. This typically occurs when you attempt to create a new dunning proposal for a customer or vendor that already has an existing proposal for the same dunning run.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Dunning Proposal: The most common cause is that a dunning proposal has already been generated for the same run ID, which prevents the system from creating another one.
  Incorrect Run ID: You may be trying to create a dunning proposal using a run ID that is already in use.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent multiple proposals from being created for the same run.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Dunning Proposals: 
  
  Go to the dunning proposal overview in SAP (Transaction code: F150 or F110 depending on your version).
  Look for existing proposals with the same run ID. If one exists, you may need to process or delete it before creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Run ID: 
  
  If you need to create a new dunning proposal, consider using a different run ID that is not currently in use.
  
  
  
  Review Dunning Run Settings: 
  
  Check the configuration settings for dunning runs in the SAP system to ensure that they allow for the creation of multiple proposals if that is your requirement.
  
  
  
  Delete or Process Existing Proposal: 
  
  If the existing proposal is no longer needed, you can delete it or process it to clear the way for a new proposal.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific instructions related to your version and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  F150: Dunning Run
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Dunning Configuration: 
  
  You can find dunning configuration settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Dunning.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully create a dunning proposal.