How To Fix 5D814 - Enter a payee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Enter a payee

What causes this issue?

There is an issue reason for the child allowance certificate, but no
payee.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a payee.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D814 - Enter a payee ?

  The SAP error message 5D814 ("Enter a payee") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when processing payments or creating invoices. This error indicates that the system requires a payee to be specified, but it has not been provided in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payee Information: The most common cause is that the field for the payee (which could be a vendor, customer, or employee) is left blank.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment process or the master data related to the payee.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the payee information due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Payee Information: Ensure that you fill in the payee field with the appropriate information. This could be a vendor number, customer number, or employee ID, depending on the context of the transaction.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the payee exists in the system and that their master data is correctly set up. If the payee is not in the system, you may need to create a new vendor or customer record.
  Review Transaction Type: Make sure you are using the correct transaction type that requires a payee. Some transactions may not require a payee, and using the wrong type could lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields for the transaction you are processing, refer to the SAP documentation or user guides for guidance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the process (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, F-53 for outgoing payments).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter or modify payee information in the system.
  Training and Resources: If you are new to SAP or the specific module you are working in, consider seeking training or resources that can help you understand the system better.
  
  By addressing the missing payee information and ensuring that all related data is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message 5D814.