How To Fix BKK_PRENOTE118 - Prenote feature is inactive in the product or it is locked in the account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BKK_PRENOTE - BCA : Prenotes

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Prenote feature is inactive in the product or it is locked in the account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE118 - Prenote feature is inactive in the product or it is locked in the account ?

  The SAP error message BKK_PRENOTE118 indicates that the prenote feature is either inactive in the product configuration or it is locked in the account. This error typically arises in the context of the Bank Communication Management (BCM) or the Financial Accounting (FI) module when dealing with electronic payments and bank data.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Prenote Feature: The prenote feature may not be activated in the configuration settings of the relevant product or module.
  Locked Account: The account you are trying to process may be locked for prenote transactions, which can happen due to various reasons such as account settings or user permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  Ensure that the prenote feature is activated. This can typically be found under the settings for electronic payments or bank master data.
  If you have access, you can check the configuration in transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) or FBZP (for payment program configuration).
  
  
  
  Review Account Settings:
  
  Check the specific bank account settings in the system. You can do this by navigating to the bank master data (transaction code FI01 or FI02).
  Ensure that the account is not locked for prenote transactions. If it is locked, you may need to unlock it or adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the prenote settings. If not, you may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the prenote feature for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Prenote Transactions: Prenote transactions are used to verify bank account details before actual transactions are processed. This is important for ensuring that payments are sent to the correct accounts.
  Bank Master Data: Proper configuration of bank master data is crucial for successful electronic payments and prenote processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to the BKK_PRENOTE118 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BKK_PRENOTE118 error and successfully utilize the prenote feature in your SAP system.