1J160 - Autom. payt order/forward order not maintained in BkAr &1 for prod. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1J - BCA: Payment Order Dialog

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Autom. payt order/forward order not maintained in BkAr &1 for prod. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J160 - Autom. payt order/forward order not maintained in BkAr &1 for prod. &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1J160 indicates that there is an issue with the automatic payment order or forward order not being maintained in the bank area for a specific product. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The bank area and the payment method may not be properly configured for the specific product in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the necessary payment information or settings.
  Payment Method Issues: The payment method used may not be compatible with the bank area or the product.
  Bank Area Settings: The bank area settings may not include the necessary payment orders or forward orders for the specified product.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the bank area in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1).
  Ensure that the automatic payment order and forward order are maintained for the relevant bank area and product.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method:
  
  Check the payment method settings in the configuration (Transaction code: FBZP).
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned to the bank area and that it supports the required payment types.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, FD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the payment information is correctly maintained, including the bank details and payment terms.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to payment processing and bank area configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), OBPM1 (Bank Area Configuration), and F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial processes within SAP.