How To Fix EDEREG_INV448 - PoD ID: The first names are not the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_INV - Error Messages for Payment Management in a Deregulated Env.

• Message number: 448

• Message text: PoD ID: The first names are not the same

What causes this issue?

Point of Delivery Identification:
When cross-checking the transferred address data with the name (first
name, last name) of the business partner &v2&, variances were determined
in the first name (sent first name: &v3&, first name of business partner
&v4&).

System Response

Point of delivery &v1& could not be identified.

How to fix this error?

Check the identification data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_INV448 - PoD ID: The first names are not the same ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_INV448, which states "PoD ID: The first names are not the same," typically occurs in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when processing documents that require name validation, such as invoices or purchase orders. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the first names provided in the document and the names stored in the SAP system or in the relevant master data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The first names in the incoming document (e.g., an invoice or purchase order) do not match the first names in the SAP master data for the corresponding customer or vendor.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or variations in the spelling of names (e.g., "John" vs. "Jon").
  Different Name Formats: The format of the names may differ (e.g., inclusion of middle names or initials).
  Changes in Master Data: The master data may have been updated or changed, leading to discrepancies with the incoming document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Master Data: Check the master data for the customer or vendor in SAP to ensure that the first names are correctly entered and match the expected format.
  Correct Incoming Document: If the incoming document is incorrect, contact the sender to correct the first names and resend the document.
  Standardize Naming Conventions: Implement standard naming conventions for data entry to minimize discrepancies in the future.
  Data Cleansing: Perform a data cleansing exercise to identify and correct any inconsistencies in the names across the system.
  Error Handling Procedures: Establish procedures for handling such errors, including how to log, track, and resolve them efficiently.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to check and edit master data.
  EDI Configuration: If this error is occurring in an EDI context, review the EDI configuration settings to ensure that the mapping of fields is correct.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to EDI and name validation for additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Provide training for users involved in data entry to ensure they understand the importance of accurate name entry.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the mismatch and implementing preventive measures, you can reduce the occurrence of this error in the future.