How To Fix FB194 - Customer &:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Customer &:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB194 - Customer &: ?

  The SAP error message FB194 typically indicates an issue related to customer account management, specifically when trying to post a document or perform a transaction involving a customer account. The error message may state something like "Customer & does not exist" or "Customer & is not defined."
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Customer: The customer account you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Customer Number: There may be a typo or incorrect customer number entered in the transaction.
  Customer Deactivation: The customer account may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the customer may not be fully maintained or is missing.
  Company Code Issues: The customer may not be assigned to the relevant company code in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Customer Number: Check the customer number you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by navigating to the customer master data (transaction code FD03).
  Check Customer Status: Ensure that the customer account is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the customer master data.
  Create or Update Customer Master Data: If the customer does not exist, you may need to create a new customer account using transaction code FD01 (Create Customer) or update the existing one using FD02 (Change Customer).
  Check Company Code Assignment: Ensure that the customer is assigned to the correct company code. This can be checked in the customer master data.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FD01: Create Customer
  FD02: Change Customer
  FD03: Display Customer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for customer account management for more detailed information on maintaining customer master data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to provide additional context or details about the specific transaction you are attempting to perform.