How To Fix 9J179 - Debtor reference &2 is not allowed for reference category &1

9J179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Debtor reference &2 is not allowed for reference category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J179 - Debtor reference &2 is not allowed for reference category &1 ?

  The SAP error message 9J179 indicates that a debtor reference (customer reference) is not allowed for a specific reference category. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, such as invoicing or payment processing, where a reference is expected to conform to certain predefined rules or configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference Category: The reference category specified in the transaction does not allow the debtor reference you are trying to use. This could be due to configuration settings in the system that restrict certain references for specific categories.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the SAP system for the reference categories may not include the debtor reference you are trying to use. This could be due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using an incorrect reference or category.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for reference categories in the SAP system. Ensure