How To Fix 1K858 - Enter recipient details for correspondence type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1K - BCA: Account Type

• Message number: 858

• Message text: Enter recipient details for correspondence type &1

What causes this issue?

You have not entered the recipient details for the &V1&.

System Response

The system does not allow you to create the account.

How to fix this error?

Enter the recipient details on the <LS>Corresp. Recipient Admin. tab
page on the Bank Accounts Change: Basic Data</> screen for the
correspondence type &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1K858 - Enter recipient details for correspondence type &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1K858 ("Enter recipient details for correspondence type &1") typically occurs when you are trying to generate correspondence (like letters, notifications, etc.) in SAP, but the system requires specific recipient details that have not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The recipient details (such as name, address, or other relevant information) for the specified correspondence type are missing or incomplete.
  The correspondence type you are trying to use is not properly configured or lacks the necessary recipient data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Recipient Data:
  
  Ensure that the recipient details are correctly entered in the relevant master data records (e.g., customer, vendor, employee).
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (like customer or vendor master data) and verify that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Correspondence Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the correspondence type in SAP. This can usually be found in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the correspondence type is set up correctly and that it is linked to the appropriate recipient data.
  
  
  
  Input Recipient Details:
  
  If you are manually generating correspondence, make sure to input all required recipient details in the correspondence screen before attempting to generate the document.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit the recipient data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific correspondence type you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others related to correspondence.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments related to correspondence, ensure that they are functioning correctly and not causing the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 1K858 in SAP.