How To Fix 1E165 - Account holder is not a person. Please enter authorized drawer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Account holder is not a person. Please enter authorized drawer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E165 - Account holder is not a person. Please enter authorized drawer ?

  The SAP error message 1E165: "Account holder is not a person. Please enter authorized drawer" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or document processing where a specific account holder is expected to be a person (individual) but the system has identified the account holder as a non-person entity (like a company or organization).
  Cause:
  
  Account Type Mismatch: The account holder specified in the transaction is set up as a business entity rather than an individual. This can happen if the account is configured incorrectly in the master data.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered the wrong account holder or selected an account that is not designated as a person.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the account types in the SAP system, leading to this error when trying to process transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Holder: Check the account holder details in the master data. Ensure that the account holder is indeed set up as a person. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., transaction code BP for Business Partner) and reviewing the account holder's details.
  
  
  Change Account Holder: If the account holder is incorrectly set as a non-person entity, you may need to change it to the correct individual account holder. This may involve creating a new account or modifying the existing one.
  
  
  Authorized Drawer: If the transaction requires an authorized drawer, ensure that you enter a valid authorized drawer who is recognized as a person in the system. This may involve checking the list of authorized drawers and selecting the appropriate individual.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to account types and ensure that they are correctly defined. This may require assistance from a system administrator or SAP consultant.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter account holder information to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), FS00 (G/L Account Master), or FSP0 (G/L Account Master Data) to manage account holder information.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions that may not be immediately apparent.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial transactions and account management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.