How To Fix FM122 - Vendor & & is being cleared with customer &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Vendor & & is being cleared with customer &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM122 - Vendor & & is being cleared with customer & ?

  The SAP error message FM122 indicates that there is a conflict in the financial transaction where a vendor is being cleared with a customer. This typically occurs in scenarios involving intercompany transactions or when a vendor and customer are linked to the same business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor-Customer Relationship: The error arises when a vendor account is being cleared against a customer account, which is not allowed in standard SAP configurations. This can happen if the same business partner is set up as both a vendor and a customer.
  Incorrect Clearing Document: The clearing document may be incorrectly set up, leading to the system not allowing the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that do not permit clearing between vendor and customer accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration: Verify if the business partner is set up correctly. If the same entity is both a vendor and a customer, ensure that the transactions are being handled correctly.
  Separate Transactions: If possible, separate the transactions for the vendor and customer. Ensure that you are not trying to clear a vendor invoice against a customer invoice directly.
  Review Clearing Document: Check the clearing document for any inconsistencies or errors. Make sure that the document types and account types are compatible.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team to review the configuration and transaction settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review the documents involved in the clearing process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling vendor-customer relationships.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding intercompany transactions and the handling of vendor and customer accounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FM122 error and implement a solution to resolve it.