How To Fix J3113 - Payment for deferral does not exist ( & , & , & , &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Payment for deferral does not exist ( & , & , & , &)

What causes this issue?

When transferring a type 2 cash flow disturbance (deferral of a
payment), you attempted to modify a payment which does not exist.

System Response

The system is unable to adopt the cash flow.

How to fix this error?

Check the flow date and the flow type of the new flow. A flow must
exist in the settlement cash flow or in the replacement cash flow for
the same key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3113 - Payment for deferral does not exist ( & , & , & , &) ?

  The SAP error message J3113, "Payment for deferral does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving deferrals, such as in the area of revenue recognition or deferred payments. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding payment entry for a deferral that is being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payment Entry: The most common cause is that there is no payment entry recorded in the system for the deferral in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the deferral accounts or the payment terms in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the deferral or related transactions can lead to this error.
  Timing Issues: The payment may not have been processed yet, or it may be in a different status that prevents it from being recognized by the system.
  Document Flow Issues: There may be issues with the document flow where the deferral and payment documents are not properly linked.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payment Entries: Verify that the payment for the deferral has been created and is correctly recorded in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or document.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for deferral accounts and payment terms is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any data entry errors, correct them and try processing the transaction again.
  Process Payments: If the payment has not been processed yet, ensure that it is completed before attempting to process the deferral.
  Check Document Flow: Review the document flow to ensure that all related documents are properly linked and that there are no missing entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to deferrals and payments to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Financial Accounting module.