How To Fix F2507 - Partner &1 &2 is an alternative payer themself

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Partner &1 &2 is an alternative payer themself

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2507 - Partner &1 &2 is an alternative payer themself ?

  The SAP error message F2507 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the partner functions in the system, specifically related to the alternative payer. This error typically arises when the system detects that the alternative payer is also set up as the payer for the same transaction, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error message "Partner &1 &2 is an alternative payer themself" occurs when:
  
  The partner function for the alternative payer is incorrectly assigned to the same entity that is being used as the payer.
  There is a configuration issue in the customer master data or the sales document where the same partner is assigned to both the payer and the alternative payer roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data).
  Verify the partner functions assigned to the customer. Ensure that the alternative payer is not set as the payer for the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation of a sales document (like a sales order), check the partner determination procedure.
  Ensure that the partner functions are correctly assigned and that the alternative payer is not the same as the payer.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  If necessary, modify the partner determination procedure in the configuration (transaction code VOTXN).
  Ensure that the rules for determining partners do not allow the same entity to be assigned as both payer and alternative payer.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in SD (Sales and Distribution) or FI (Financial Accounting).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XD03 - Display Customer (General Data)
  VD03 - Display Customer (Sales Area Data)
  VOTXN - Partner Determination Procedure Configuration
  
  
  
  Partner Functions:
  
  Understand the different partner functions (e.g., Payer, Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Alternative Payer) and their roles in the sales process.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on partner determination and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the F2507 error message in SAP.