How To Fix CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI159 - Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD header object ID &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD header object ID &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI159 - Payment frequency type &2 does not exist (NCD header object ID &1) ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_PS_TOOLS_UI159 indicates that there is an issue with the payment frequency type in the context of a specific NCD (Non-Contractual Document) header object. The error message typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid payment frequency type associated with the given object ID.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Frequency Type: The specified payment frequency type does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Incorrect Object ID: The object ID provided in the error message may not correspond to a valid entry in the database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to payment frequency types in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system being unable to retrieve the payment frequency type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Frequency Types:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Financials or Contract Management) and verify that the payment frequency type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Object ID:
  
  Ensure that the object ID referenced in the error message is correct and corresponds to a valid NCD header object.
  You can check the object ID in the relevant transaction or table to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for payment frequency types in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  If you have access, you can use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the related tables that could be causing the issue.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to run consistency checks or reports.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to payment frequency types and NCDs for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management and payment processing, such as CRMD_ORDER, CRMD_ORDERADM_H, etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check 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 root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.