How To Fix /ACCGO/UIS_API205 - EXTID &1: Vendor &2 is invalid in address data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/UIS_API -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: EXTID &1: Vendor &2 is invalid in address data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_API205 - EXTID &1: Vendor &2 is invalid in address data ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_API205 EXTID &1: Vendor &2 is invalid in address data typically indicates that there is an issue with the vendor's address data in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of financial or accounting processes, particularly when dealing with vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Vendor ID: The vendor ID specified in the error message may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incomplete Address Data: The vendor's address data may be incomplete or incorrectly formatted, leading to validation errors.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the vendor data is being pulled from an external system or interface, there may be synchronization issues causing the data to be out of date or incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the vendor from being recognized correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Vendor ID: Check if the vendor ID mentioned in the error message exists in the vendor master data. You can do this by navigating to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 or BP) and searching for the vendor.
  Check Address Data: Review the address data for the vendor to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. This includes checking for missing or incorrect entries in fields such as street, city, postal code, and country.
  Update Vendor Data: If the vendor data is incomplete or incorrect, update the vendor master record with the correct information.
  Data Synchronization: If the vendor data is sourced from an external system, ensure that the data is synchronized correctly. You may need to re-import or refresh the data from the external source.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any relevant settings that may affect vendor data validation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like XK03 (Display Vendor), BP (Business Partner), or MK03 (Display Vendor (Purchasing)) to check vendor details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to vendor data validation errors.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on maintaining vendor master data and understanding address data requirements.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage your SAP support team or consult with SAP experts for further assistance.