How To Fix 1G197 - &2 (Bank area &1): Payment notes could not be filled

1G197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 197

• Message text: &2 (Bank area &1): Payment notes could not be filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G197 - &2 (Bank area &1): Payment notes could not be filled ?

  The SAP error message 1G197 &2 (Bank area &1): Payment notes could not be filled typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with bank-related transactions. This error indicates that the system was unable to populate the payment notes for a specific bank area during the payment run or when processing a payment document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment notes may not be configured correctly in the system for the specified bank area.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., vendor or customer master records) that are required to fill the payment notes.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate payment notes, they may not be functioning correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the payment notes.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used may not be compatible with the bank area