How To Fix 1J131 - No tolerance period maintained in bank area &1 for forward orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1J - BCA: Payment Order Dialog

• Message number: 131

• Message text: No tolerance period maintained in bank area &1 for forward orders

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a tolerance period in bank area <(>&<)>V1&
for the forward order.

System Response

The system does not allow you to create the forward order.

How to fix this error?

To create a forward order, you need to specify a tolerance period in
bank area <(>&<)>V1& . In Customizing for <ZK>Bank Customer
Accounts (IS-B-BCA)</>, choose <LS>Account Management -> Default Values
-> <DS:SIMG.SIMG_BA-CA-V_TBKKG2D>Tolerance Days for Forward Order</>.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J131 - No tolerance period maintained in bank area &1 for forward orders ?

  The SAP error message 1J131 indicates that there is no tolerance period maintained in the specified bank area for forward orders. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank-related processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process a forward order, but the configuration for the bank area does not include a defined tolerance period. The tolerance period is essential for determining how long the system should wait before considering a payment overdue or for other financial calculations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the tolerance period for the relevant bank area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Financial Accounting (FI) -> Bank Accounting -> Master Data -> Bank Area -> Define Tolerance Groups for Employees
  
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code OBB8 to directly access the tolerance group settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tolerance Period:
  
  In the tolerance group settings, find the relevant bank area (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Define the tolerance period for forward orders. This may involve specifying the number of days that should be considered as a tolerance period for payments.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Attempt to process the forward order again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tolerance Groups: Tolerance groups in SAP are used to define limits for various financial transactions, including payment processing. They help in managing exceptions and ensuring that transactions are processed smoothly without manual intervention.
  Bank Area Configuration: The bank area configuration is crucial for managing bank accounts and related transactions in SAP. It includes settings for payment processing, tolerance limits, and other financial controls.
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines and best practices related to your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the configuration and any potential underlying issues.