How To Fix BKK_PRENOTE012 - Prenote with reference number &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_PRENOTE - BCA : Prenotes

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Prenote with reference number &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You can delete a prenote only if its status is <ZK>Active</>. The
prenote either does not exist, or it might have a version that is in
release.

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?

If there is a prenote version that is in release, release and then
delete the prenote.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE012 - Prenote with reference number &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE012 indicates that a prenote with a specific reference number cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of the Bank Communication Management (BCM) or the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with payment processing and prenotes (pre-notification of bank transfers).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Prenote Status: The prenote may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if it has already been processed or is in a state that requires it to be retained for audit purposes.
  Reference Integrity: The prenote might be linked to other transactions or documents, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the prenote may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that prevent the deletion of prenotes under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the prenote. If it is already processed or in a locked state, you may need to reverse or cancel the related transactions before attempting to delete it.
  Review Dependencies: Look for any linked transactions or documents that may be preventing the deletion. You may need to delete or modify these first.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete prenotes. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the necessary permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines related to prenote management and deletion.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration) or F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage payment processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BKK_PRENOTE012 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the prenote cannot be deleted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.