How To Fix BKK_CLS079 - Enter a valid number of prenotification days

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_CLS - BCA: Account Closure

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Enter a valid number of prenotification days

What causes this issue?

The system does not allow you to create prenotification correspondence
for account closure before the account opening date.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the computed prenotification date is not earlier than the
account opening date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_CLS079 - Enter a valid number of prenotification days ?

  The SAP error message BKK_CLS079 ("Enter a valid number of prenotification days") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Bank Communication Management (BCM) or related financial modules when a user is trying to set up or modify prenotification settings for bank transactions.
  Cause:
  This error is triggered when the number of prenotification days entered in the relevant field is either:
  
  Not a valid number (e.g., it may contain non-numeric characters).
  Outside the acceptable range defined in the system settings (e.g., negative numbers or excessively high values).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the value you are entering for prenotification days is a valid integer. It should be a positive whole number.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for prenotification days in your SAP system. This can usually be found in the customizing settings under Financial Accounting or Bank Communication Management.
  Verify if there are any defined limits or ranges for the prenotification days. Adjust your input accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the acceptable range or format, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to bank communication settings.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the prenotification settings. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  System Updates: If the issue persists, check if there are any recent updates or patches for your SAP system that might address this error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP's customer support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used to access bank communication settings, such as FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) or OBPM1 (Manage Bank Accounts).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the prenotification settings are functioning as expected without triggering the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BKK_CLS079 error and successfully enter a valid number of prenotification days in your SAP system.