How To Fix FMCJ074 - Enter a customer or a vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCJ - IS-PS: Messages for Cash Desk Subsidiary Ledger

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Enter a customer or a vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCJ074 - Enter a customer or a vendor ?

  The SAP error message FMCJ074 ("Enter a customer or a vendor") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with customer or vendor master data in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires either a customer or a vendor to be specified in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a customer or vendor number in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may inherently require a customer or vendor reference, and if this is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect data entry that leads to the system not recognizing the customer or vendor.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the system may not be set up to allow for the entry of customers or vendors in certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered a valid customer or vendor number in the appropriate field. If you are unsure of the number, you can use the search function (often represented by a magnifying glass icon) to find the correct customer or vendor.
  Review Transaction Requirements: Verify that the transaction you are trying to execute indeed requires a customer or vendor. If it does, make sure to fill in the necessary fields.
  Validate Data: Double-check for any typographical errors in the customer or vendor number you have entered.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the requirements for the transaction, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance. They can check for any configuration issues or system errors that may be causing the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to customer and vendor management, such as FD01 (Create Customer), FD02 (Change Customer), FK01 (Create Vendor), and FK02 (Change Vendor).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how customer and vendor master data is managed in SAP can help prevent this error in the future. Ensure that all necessary master data is created and maintained properly.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to properly enter customer and vendor information in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCJ074 error and proceed with your transaction successfully.