How To Fix 5M154 - Payee data is inconsistent - payee key will be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Payee data is inconsistent - payee key will be deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M154 - Payee data is inconsistent - payee key will be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message 5M154 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the payee data, which leads to the deletion of the payee key. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with vendor or customer master data.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields in the payee master data may be missing or incorrectly filled out.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are discrepancies between different systems or modules (e.g., between FI and MM), it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Master Data: If the payee's master data has been changed or deleted in the system, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to payment processing or master data management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payee Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FK03 (for vendors) or FD03 (for customers) and check the payee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the payee key is correctly referenced and that the transaction data is complete.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables (e.g., LFA1 for vendors, KNA1 for customers) for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Recreate Payee Data:
  
  If the payee data is found to be incorrect or incomplete, consider recreating the payee master data. This may involve deleting the existing entry and creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or a functional consultant to investigate further. They can help analyze logs and system settings to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FK03 (Display Vendor), FD03 (Display Customer), and SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to master data management and payment processing for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message 5M154 in SAP.