How To Fix FMLGD524 - Vendor does not exist in funds commitment &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMLGD -

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Vendor does not exist in funds commitment &1/&2

What causes this issue?

The clearing control always determines the vendor from the funds
commitment item. However, no vendor is defined in the funds commitment
item &V2& .

System Response

If no setting exists for this event (message 524) in the Customizing for
error events and no basic setting exists either for the handling of
errors with vendor down payments with general request (message 500), the
system cannot execute the posting automatically.
Otherwise the system executes the posting in accordance with the setting
for message 524 or 500.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMLGD524 - Vendor does not exist in funds commitment &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message FMLGD524, which states "Vendor does not exist in funds commitment &1/&2," typically occurs in the context of funds management when there is an attempt to process a transaction involving a vendor that is not recognized in the funds commitment for the specified commitment item and fund.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created: The vendor may not have been created in the system for the specific funds management area.
  Incorrect Commitment Item: The commitment item specified in the transaction may not be linked to the vendor in the funds management configuration.
  Missing Assignment: The vendor may not be assigned to the relevant fund or commitment item in the funds management settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the vendor.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vendor Master Data: Verify that the vendor exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code XK03 (Display Vendor) to check if the vendor is correctly set up.
  Review Funds Management Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct commitment item and fund. This can be checked in the configuration settings for funds management.
  Use transaction code FMX1 (Create Funds Commitment) or FMX2 (Change Funds Commitment) to review the commitments and ensure the vendor is included.
  
  
  Update Vendor Assignment: If the vendor is not assigned to the relevant commitment item or fund, you may need to update the assignment using the appropriate configuration transactions.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03, FMX1, FMX2, and FMAVCR01 (for checking commitments).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FMLGD524 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on funds management and vendor management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.