How To Fix F0475 - Direct debit pre-notifications are not defined in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Direct debit pre-notifications are not defined in company code &1

What causes this issue?

You want to schedule a payment run for <DS:DE.X_DD_PRENOTIF_F110>direct
debit pre-notifications</>. However, this is not supported for company
code &V1& (paying company code &V2&).

System Response

You cannot save the parameters for the payment run.

How to fix this error?

Enter only company codes whose paying company code allows direct debit
pre-notifications to be created or specify a payment method that
requires a <DS:DE.XSEPA>SEPA mandate</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can find the settings in the <DS:TRAN.FBZP>payment program
configuration</> (<LS>Paying Company Codes</> and <LS>Payment Methods in
the Country</>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0475 - Direct debit pre-notifications are not defined in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message F0475 indicates that direct debit pre-notifications have not been defined for a specific company code in the system. This error typically arises when you attempt to process direct debit transactions without having set up the necessary pre-notification configurations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of direct debit pre-notification settings for the specified company code. This can occur if:
  
  The company code has not been configured to handle direct debit transactions.
  The necessary settings for direct debit pre-notifications have not been maintained in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the direct debit pre-notifications for the relevant company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Financial Accounting (FI) -> Accounts Receivable -> Business Transactions -> Payment Transactions -> Direct Debit -> Define Direct Debit Pre-Notifications
  
  
  
  
  Define Pre-Notifications:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will need to create or modify the settings for direct debit pre-notifications.
  Ensure that you specify the necessary details such as the company code, notification type, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is properly set up for direct debit processing. This includes checking the payment methods and ensuring that the direct debit payment method is active.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to process a direct debit transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Direct Debit Process: Direct debit is a payment method that allows a company to collect payments directly from a customer's bank account. It is essential to have proper configurations in place to manage these transactions effectively.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring direct debit pre-notifications and related settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (for payment methods) and FBZP (for payment program configuration) that may assist in troubleshooting and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.