How To Fix FINLOC_JP_INVSUM004 - Entered payer (&) does not have role 'Payer' for & company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINLOC_JP_INVSUM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Entered payer (&) does not have role 'Payer' for & company code

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINLOC_JP_INVSUM004 - Entered payer (&) does not have role 'Payer' for & company code ?

  The SAP error message FINLOC_JP_INVSUM004 indicates that the entered payer does not have the required role of 'Payer' for the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with invoicing or payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The payer (customer or vendor) has not been assigned the 'Payer' role in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the payer may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  Company Code Configuration: The company code may not be properly set up to recognize the payer as a valid entity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payer Role Assignment:
  
  Go to the customer or vendor master data transaction (e.g., XD02 for customers or XK02 for vendors).
  Verify that the payer has the 'Payer' role assigned for the relevant company code.
  If the role is missing, you can add it by editing the master data.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary information is filled out in the master data, including the company code, address, and other relevant details.
  Make sure that the payer is active and not blocked for transactions.
  
  
  
  Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the company code in the SAP system to ensure it is set up correctly to recognize the payer.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the company code settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the payer's master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing customer/vendor roles and master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD02 (Change Customer)
  XK02 (Change Vendor)
  SE16N (Data Browser) to check the underlying tables for customer/vendor data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the payer is correctly configured in the SAP system.