How To Fix 1E851 - Address data in payment transaction are incorrect &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Address data in payment transaction are incorrect &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E851 - Address data in payment transaction are incorrect &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message 1E851 indicates that there is an issue with the address data in a payment transaction. This error typically arises when the address information associated with a vendor or customer is incomplete, incorrect, or does not meet the required format for processing the payment.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Address Data: The address fields (such as street, city, postal code, country) may not be fully populated.
  Incorrect Address Format: The address may not conform to the expected format, which can vary by country.
  Missing Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may be missing or have incorrect information.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies between the address data in the payment transaction and the master data.
  Country-Specific Requirements: Some countries have specific address requirements that must be met for payment processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master record and verify that all address fields are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the address is complete and formatted correctly according to the country’s requirements.
  
  
  
  Update Address Information:
  
  If any fields are missing or incorrect, update the address information in the master data.
  Use transaction codes like XK02 (for vendors) or FD02 (for customers) to make necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Validate Address Format:
  
  Ensure that the address follows the correct format for the specific country. This may include checking postal codes, state/province codes, and other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Transaction Data:
  
  Review the payment transaction details to ensure that the address data being used is correct and matches the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific address formatting requirements based on the country.
  
  
  
  Test Payment Processing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, attempt to process the payment transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing vendor and customer data, such as XK01, XK02, FD01, FD02, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit master data and process payment transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.