How To Fix BKK_PRENOTE051 - Enter a prenote reference number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_PRENOTE - BCA : Prenotes

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Enter a prenote reference number

What causes this issue?

You attempted to post a payment item but you did not enter a prenote
reference.

System Response

If this message has not been customized as a warning message, it is an
error message. This means that the system does not allow you to
continue, unless you force the posting.

How to fix this error?

If this is an error message, enter the prenote reference or force the
posting.
If this is a warning message, you can proceed without entering a prenote
reference number.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can change the message type to a warning in Customizing for <ZK>Bank
Customer Accounts (IS-B-BCA)</>. Choose <LS>Tools -></>
<DS:SIMG.BCA_V_T100C>Change Message Control.</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE051 - Enter a prenote reference number ?

  The SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE051 indicates that a prenote reference number is required but has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of the Bank Communication Management (BCM) or when processing payment transactions that involve prenotes, which are preliminary notifications sent to banks to verify account details before actual transactions are processed.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A transaction or process that requires a prenote reference number is initiated without providing this number.
  The prenote reference number is either missing or incorrectly entered in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BKK_PRENOTE051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Review the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that you are in the correct screen or module where a prenote reference number is required.
  
  
  Enter the Prenote Reference Number:
  
  Navigate to the relevant field where the prenote reference number should be entered.
  Input a valid prenote reference number. This number is usually provided by the bank or generated by the system based on the prenote process.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, check the configuration settings in your SAP system related to bank communication and prenote processing. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on how to handle prenote transactions in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Prenote Process: A prenote is a notification sent to a bank to confirm the validity of account information before actual funds are transferred. It is often used in ACH (Automated Clearing House) transactions.
  Bank Communication Management (BCM): This module in SAP helps manage bank accounts, payments, and communication with banks.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with payment processing and bank communication, such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) or FF67 (Manual Bank Statement).
  
  By ensuring that the prenote reference number is correctly entered and configured, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transactions.