How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI133 - Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (GED item ID &2, version ID &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (GED item ID &2, version ID &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI133 - Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (GED item ID &2, version ID &1) ?

  The SAP error message "CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI133 Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (GED item ID &2, version ID &1)" typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when dealing with payment plans or financial agreements. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified payment frequency type in the database, which is necessary for processing a particular transaction or operation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Payment Frequency Type: The specified payment frequency type (indicated by &3) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The payment frequency type not being defined in the configuration.
  The payment frequency type being deleted or deactivated.
  A typo or incorrect reference in the transaction or configuration.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for payment plans or financial agreements may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the payment frequency type.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the GED item ID (&2) or version ID (&1), which could lead to the system being unable to retrieve the correct payment frequency type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Frequency Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the payment frequency type exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings for payment frequency types.
  If the payment frequency type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Payment Frequency Type:
  
  If the payment frequency type is missing, create a new entry for it in the system.
  Ensure that the new entry is correctly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Review GED Item and Version:
  
  Check the GED item ID and version ID to ensure they are valid and correctly referenced in the transaction.
  If there are discrepancies, correct them in the relevant master data or transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to payment frequency types and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking configurations, such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.