How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI157 - Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (NCD item objID &1, item ID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 157

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI157 - Payment frequency type &3 does not exist (NCD item objID &1, item ID &2) ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI157 indicates that there is an issue with the payment frequency type in the context of a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system, specifically related to a non-conformance document (NCD) item. The error message provides the following details:
  
  &1: Object ID of the NCD item
  &2: Item ID of the NCD item
  &3: Payment frequency type that does not exist
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Payment Frequency Type: The specified payment frequency type does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment frequency type may not have been properly set up in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect value entered for the payment frequency type in the relevant transaction or configuration.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Frequency Types:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Financials or CRM settings) and check if the payment frequency type specified in the error message exists.
  You can check the configuration in transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant section for payment terms or frequency types.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Payment Frequency Type:
  
  If the payment frequency type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Check the data entry in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the payment frequency type is correctly entered and matches the existing types in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or help files related to payment frequency types in SAP to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payment terms and frequency types, such as SPRO, OBB8 (for payment terms), and others relevant to your configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary roles and authorizations to view and modify payment frequency types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the payment frequency type in your SAP system.