How To Fix V1398 - Terms of payment & are not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Terms of payment & are not defined

What causes this issue?

The <GL:terms_of_payment>term of payment</> &V1& is not allowed.
INCLUDE 'NA_NO_PROCESSING_2' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_CHECK_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &FELDNAME& = '<LS>Terms of payment</>'
INCLUDE 'NA_POSSIBLE_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &ANLEGEOBJEKT& = 'terms of payment'
INCLUDE 'NA_CREATE_CHANGE' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1398 - Terms of payment & are not defined ?

  The SAP error message V1398, which states "Terms of payment & are not defined," typically occurs when there is an issue with the payment terms configuration in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of sales orders, invoices, or when processing payments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Terms: The payment terms specified in the transaction (e.g., sales order or invoice) do not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment terms may not be properly configured in the system, or they may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Master Data Issues: The customer master data may not have valid payment terms assigned, or the payment terms may not be linked to the relevant sales area or company code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the payment terms field during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBB8) and verify that the payment terms in question are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the payment terms are active and assigned to the relevant company code and sales area.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master record (Transaction Code: XD02 or VD02) to ensure that valid payment terms are assigned to the customer.
  Make sure that the payment terms are appropriate for the sales area and company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, ensure that the payment terms are entered correctly in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the payment terms configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBB8: Configuration for Payment Terms
  XD02: Change Customer Master Data
  VD02: Change Customer Master Data (Sales Area)
  
  
  
  Payment Terms Format: Payment terms are usually defined in a specific format (e.g., "Net 30," "2/10 Net 30"). Ensure that the format used in the transaction matches the defined terms in the system.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payment terms and error V1398.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message V1398.