How To Fix FMLGD210 - Basic setting error hndlng vendor-view dwn pymnt and acct assgmt meth. 01

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMLGD -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Basic setting error hndlng vendor-view dwn pymnt and acct assgmt meth. 01

What causes this issue?

An event was triggered that belongs to posting type 02 (vendor down
payment) and account assignment method 01 (account assignment of posting
in Customizing).

System Response

If no setting exists for this event in Customizing for error events, the
system tries to execute the posting based on the basic setting for the
error handling of posting type 02 (message 200).
If no basic setting exists for posting type 02, the system cannot carry
out the posting automatically.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMLGD210 - Basic setting error hndlng vendor-view dwn pymnt and acct assgmt meth. 01 ?

  The SAP error message FMLGD210 indicates a basic setting error related to the handling of vendor view down payment and account assignment method. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with vendor payments and the associated account assignments.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account assignment method for down payments may not be properly configured in the system.
  Vendor Master Data Issues: The vendor master data may not have the necessary settings for down payments or account assignment.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the configuration settings for down payments and the vendor's account assignment method.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the settings for down payments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMLGD210 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record and ensure that the account assignment method is correctly set up for down payments.
  Verify that the vendor is set up for the correct payment terms and account assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for down payments in the SAP system (usually found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module).
  Ensure that the account assignment method for down payments is correctly defined and matches the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Verification:
  
  Check the transaction type being used for the down payment. Ensure that it is compatible with the vendor's account assignment method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring down payments and account assignment methods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FK01 (Create Vendor), FK02 (Change Vendor), or FK03 (Display Vendor) to manage vendor master data.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for account assignment methods can typically be found under the following path in the SAP menu: 
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Vendor Account > Define Account Assignment for Down Payments.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the FMLGD210 error in your SAP system.