How To Fix COM_PMNTTRMS_MD001 - Terms of payment &1 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PMNTTRMS_MD - Messages for Terms of Payment

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Terms of payment &1 not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PMNTTRMS_MD001 - Terms of payment &1 not available ?

  The SAP error message COM_PMNTTRMS_MD001 indicates that the specified terms of payment (denoted by &1) are not available in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to process a transaction that requires specific payment terms that have not been defined or are not active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Terms: The terms of payment specified in the transaction do not exist in the system.
  Inactive Payment Terms: The payment terms may exist but are marked as inactive or not assigned to the relevant company code or purchasing organization.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the payment terms are not properly set up in the relevant modules (e.g., Accounts Payable, Sales and Distribution).
  Data Entry Error: The payment terms may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBB8 for Accounts Payable or OVK1 for Sales and Distribution).
  Verify that the payment terms you are trying to use are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Payment Terms:
  
  If the payment terms do not exist, you can create them using the configuration path.
  If they exist but are inactive, activate them.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the payment terms are assigned to the relevant company code or purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data to ensure that the correct payment terms are being used. Correct any data entry errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on configuring payment terms.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBB8: Maintain Terms of Payment
  OVK1: Define Payment Terms for Sales
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payment terms.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify payment terms in the system.
  
  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 the relevant module.