How To Fix F2084 - Alternative payer/payee & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Alternative payer/payee & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2084 - Alternative payer/payee & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message F2084, which states "Alternative payer/payee & & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where an alternative payer or payee is expected but not found in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, payment processing, or when creating financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The alternative payer or payee has not been defined in the system. This could be due to missing vendor or customer master records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for alternative payers/payees may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the payer/payee information being entered.
  Inactive Master Data: The alternative payer or payee may exist but is marked as inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the alternative payer or payee exists in the system. You can do this by checking the vendor or customer master records (transaction codes like XK03 for vendors or FD03 for customers).
  If the alternative payer/payee does not exist, create the necessary master data using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., XK01 for vendors, FD01 for customers).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for alternative payers and payees is correctly set up in the system. This can be checked in the Financial Accounting (FI) configuration settings.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data being entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct alternative payer/payee is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Activate Master Data:
  
  If the alternative payer or payee exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can typically be done in the master data maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing vendor and customer master data, such as XK01, XK02, XK03, FD01, FD02, and FD03.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit master data in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.