How To Fix FDM_INVHISTORY013 - Posting item &1 is posted to &3 and not to customers &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_INVHISTORY - Messages for Invoice History

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Posting item &1 is posted to &3 and not to customers &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_INVHISTORY013 - Posting item &1 is posted to &3 and not to customers &2 ?

  The SAP error message FDM_INVHISTORY013 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the posting of an item. Specifically, it states that the posting item (identified by &1) is posted to a specific account (identified by &3) instead of being posted to the expected customer account (identified by &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial document management and invoicing processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The item may have been incorrectly assigned to a different account during the posting process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial document types or account determination settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during invoice creation or posting can lead to incorrect account assignments.
  Missing Customer Master Data: If the customer master data is incomplete or incorrect, it may lead to postings not being directed to the correct customer account.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Posting Document: Check the details of the posting document to ensure that the item is correctly assigned to the intended customer account.
  Correct Account Assignment: If the account assignment is incorrect, you may need to reverse the posting and re-post it with the correct customer account.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for account determination in the financial module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Validate Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking for valid customer numbers and ensuring that they are properly linked to the relevant accounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to make changes to postings and customer accounts.
  
  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.