How To Fix CTE_FIN_POSTING081 - Vendor &1 does not exist for company code &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FIN_POSTING - ERP - Concur Integration: FIN Postings

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Vendor &1 does not exist for company code &2.

What causes this issue?

The transferred Vendor Account ID was not created in this Company Code.

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?

In the <LS>Setting Up the Posting Import </>wizard, go to the
<LS>Account Definition</> step and verify that the configuration is
correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FIN_POSTING081 - Vendor &1 does not exist for company code &2. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FIN_POSTING081 indicates that the system cannot find a vendor (supplier) with the specified vendor number for the given company code. This error typically occurs during financial postings or when trying to process transactions involving vendors.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Vendor Deactivation: The vendor might have been deactivated or marked as inactive in the system.
  Company Code Assignment: The vendor may not be assigned to the specified company code.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing vendor data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Existence:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 or MK03) and check if the vendor exists for the specified company code.
  If the vendor does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code (e.g., XK01 or MK01).
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Number:
  
  Ensure that the vendor number you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  If the vendor exists, check if it is active. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a CRM or another ERP), ensure that the vendor data is synchronized properly across systems.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding the structure of vendor master data in SAP is crucial. It includes general data, company code data, and purchasing data.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendor data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message CTE_FIN_POSTING081.