How To Fix FEB_BS_ML034 - Account Type must be Customer Account(D) or Vendor Account(K)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FEB_BS_ML -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Account Type must be Customer Account(D) or Vendor Account(K)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FEB_BS_ML034 - Account Type must be Customer Account(D) or Vendor Account(K) ?

  The SAP error message FEB_BS_ML034 indicates that the system expects the account type to be either a Customer Account (D) or a Vendor Account (K) when processing a transaction. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of accounts payable or accounts receivable.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account being referenced in the transaction is not classified as a Customer (D) or Vendor (K) account. This could happen if:
  
  The account number entered is incorrect.
  The account type has not been properly defined in the system.
  The account is a general ledger account or another type that does not meet the criteria.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the expected account types for the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to the selection of an incorrect account type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Type:
  
  Check the account number being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is indeed a Customer (D) or Vendor (K) account.
  You can do this by navigating to the account master data in SAP and confirming the account type.
  
  
  
  Correct the Transaction:
  
  If the account type is incorrect, update the transaction to use the correct account type.
  If you are entering the account manually, double-check for typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the account is supposed to be a Customer or Vendor account but is not recognized as such, review the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the account is set up correctly in the system as a Customer or Vendor account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling account types and transactions.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after verifying the account type and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) or FD01/FD02 (Customer Master Record) and MK01/MK02 (Vendor Master Record) to check or modify account details.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify account types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FEB_BS_ML034 error and proceed with your transaction.