How To Fix BKK_PRENOTE037 - Prenote does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_PRENOTE - BCA : Prenotes

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Prenote does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE037 - Prenote does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE037 indicates that a prenote (pre-notification) does not exist for a specific payment method or vendor. This error typically arises in the context of electronic payments, particularly when dealing with bank transfers or direct debits.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Prenote: The most common cause is that a prenote has not been created for the vendor or customer in question. Prenotes are used to verify bank account details before actual payments are processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment method or bank details may not be correctly configured in the vendor or customer master data.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the bank details or payment information.
  System Settings: The system settings for prenotes may not be properly configured, leading to the inability to generate or find the prenote.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Prenote:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code FBZP for payment program configuration).
  Ensure that a prenote is created for the vendor or customer. This can usually be done in the vendor or customer master data (transaction codes XK02 for vendors or FD02 for customers).
  Check the "Bank Details" section and ensure that the prenote is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Verify that the vendor or customer master data is complete and accurate, especially the bank account information.
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned and that the bank details are valid.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Program Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the payment program to ensure that it is set up to handle prenotes correctly.
  Ensure that the relevant settings for prenotes are activated in the payment program configuration.
  
  
  
  Run the Prenote Process:
  
  If the prenote has not been generated, you may need to run the prenote process to create it. This can often be done through the payment program or a specific transaction for prenote generation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to electronic payments and prenotes for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), XK02 (Change Vendor), FD02 (Change Customer), and F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify prenotes and vendor/customer master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and electronic payments.