How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI038 - Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD Header &1 (ObjectID))

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD Header &1 (ObjectID))

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI038 - Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD Header &1 (ObjectID)) ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI038 indicates that there is an issue with the payment frequency type specified in the system. This error typically arises in the context of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) or when dealing with payment terms in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message "Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD Header &1 (ObjectID))" suggests that the payment frequency type referenced in the system does not exist in the configuration. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment frequency type may not have been defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the payment frequency field.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary configurations for payment frequency types may not have been implemented.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the payment frequency type exists.
  You can check this in the following path: 
  
  SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Payments > Define Payment Terms.
  
  
  Ensure that the payment frequency type you are trying to use is listed there.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Payment Frequency Type:
  
  If the payment frequency type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Review the input data for any typos or incorrect entries that may have led to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for your specific SAP version to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that they were completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO, SE11, or SE37 to access configuration settings or check the data dictionary.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payment terms and frequency types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.