How To Fix FM_SPENH_E020 - Set Customer/Vendor indicator for entry &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_SPENH_E - Messg. class for spanish enhancements in PS Funds Management

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Set Customer/Vendor indicator for entry &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

Clearing request lines are only valid for customer or vendor items. The
<LS>Customer/Vendor</> indicator is not set in the line with counter
&V1& of entry &V2& &V3& &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether a clearing request line is needed for a customer or a
vendor item. If necessary, set the <LS>Customer/Vendor</> indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_SPENH_E020 - Set Customer/Vendor indicator for entry &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message FM_SPENH_E020 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a customer or vendor in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system requires a "Customer/Vendor indicator" to be set for the specified entry (which is identified by the parameters &2, &3, and &4).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Configuration: The customer or vendor master data does not have the required indicator set, which is necessary for the system to process transactions involving that customer or vendor.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The data entered for the customer or vendor may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the absence of the required indicator.
  Integration Issues: If there are integrations with other systems or modules, they may not be correctly passing the necessary information to set the indicator.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customer/Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XD02 (for customers) or MK02 (for vendors) to display the master data.
  Verify that the "Customer/Vendor indicator" is set correctly. This is usually found in the general data or company code data sections.
  
  
  
  Set the Indicator:
  
  If the indicator is missing, you will need to set it. This may involve editing the customer or vendor record to include the necessary information.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the relevant settings in the SPRO transaction (Customizing) to ensure that the customer/vendor indicators are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify any other potential issues with master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD02: Change Customer
  MK02: Change Vendor
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Master Data Management: Understanding how customer and vendor master data is managed in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FM_SPENH_E020 error message in SAP.