How To Fix F5747 - No alternative payer/payee defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 747

• Message text: No alternative payer/payee defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5747 - No alternative payer/payee defined ?

  The SAP error message F5747 "No alternative payer/payee defined" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or invoice handling. This error indicates that the system is unable to find an alternative payer or payee for a specific transaction, which is often required for processing payments or invoices.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The alternative payer or payee has not been defined in the system for the specific vendor or customer.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the vendor or customer may not have the necessary alternative payer/payee information filled out.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may require an alternative payer/payee, but the relevant settings are not configured.
  Document Type: Certain document types may require alternative payers/payees, and if these are not set up, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Alternative Payer/Payee:
  
  Go to the vendor or customer master data in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant section where alternative payers/payees can be defined (usually under the "Payment Transactions" or "Control" tab).
  Enter the necessary details for the alternative payer/payee.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the vendor or customer is complete and accurate.
  Verify that the alternative payer/payee fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for payment processing.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for alternative payers/payees are enabled in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  
  
  
  Transaction Review:
  
  Review the specific transaction that triggered the error to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up alternative payers/payees.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FK02 (Change Vendor) or FD02 (Change Customer) to access and modify master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify vendor or customer master data.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.