How To Fix FB504 - Only enter account type D (customers) or K (vendors)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Only enter account type D (customers) or K (vendors)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB504 - Only enter account type D (customers) or K (vendors) ?

  The SAP error message FB504 indicates that there is an issue with the account type being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that only account types "D" (for customers) or "K" (for vendors) are allowed in the context of the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction that requires a specific account type, but you have entered an account type that is not allowed (e.g., "S" for G/L accounts or "A" for asset accounts).
  The account number you are using does not correspond to a customer or vendor account.
  There may be a configuration issue in the system that is not allowing the correct account types to be recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FB504 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Type: Ensure that the account you are trying to use is indeed a customer (D) or vendor (K) account. You can do this by checking the account master data in the SAP system.
  
  
  Correct Account Entry: If you have mistakenly entered an incorrect account type, correct it to either a customer or vendor account. 
  
  
  Review Transaction Type: Make sure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the account type you are using. For example, if you are trying to post a payment to a vendor, ensure you are using a vendor account.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you believe the account should be valid but still receive the error, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the account types are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code (like FB60 for vendor invoices or FB70 for customer invoices), ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the type of account you are dealing with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for customer and vendor postings, such as FB01 (General Journal), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), etc.
  Account Master Data: Review the account master data for customers and vendors to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on account types and their usage in financial transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.