How To Fix B1356 - Account group in the IDoc is different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Account group in the IDoc is different

What causes this issue?

Changes cannot be made automatically to the account group of a customer
master record.
The customer with number &v1& currently has account group &v2&, but the
account group &v3& is contained in the intermediate document.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please change the account group manually to &v3& and then try to
process the intermediate document again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1356 - Account group in the IDoc is different ?

  The SAP error message B1356, which states "Account group in the IDoc is different," typically occurs during the processing of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP, particularly when dealing with master data such as customer or vendor records. This error indicates that the account group specified in the IDoc does not match the account group defined in the target system for the corresponding master data record.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Account Groups: The account group specified in the IDoc does not exist in the target system or is different from what is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be discrepancies in the configuration of account groups between the source and target systems.
  Data Transfer Issues: The data being sent in the IDoc may have been incorrectly formatted or populated, leading to an invalid account group.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Data: Review the IDoc data to ensure that the account group is correctly specified. You can use transaction WE02 or WE19 to analyze the IDoc.
  Verify Account Group Configuration: Ensure that the account group specified in the IDoc exists in the target system. You can check this in the configuration settings for customer or vendor master data.
  
  For customer master data, navigate to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Master Data > Define Account Groups.
  For vendor master data, navigate to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Master Data > Define Account Groups.
  
  
  Update IDoc Mapping: If the account group in the source system is different from the target system, you may need to update the mapping or transformation logic in the middleware (if applicable) to ensure that the correct account group is sent in the IDoc.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the correct account group to use, consult with the functional team responsible for the master data to clarify which account group should be used.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Different IDoc types may have different requirements for account groups. Ensure you are using the correct IDoc type for the data you are trying to send.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like WE02 (Display IDoc), WE19 (Test IDoc), and WE20 (Partner Profiles) for troubleshooting IDoc issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and account groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the B1356 error in SAP.