How To Fix FP103 - Vendor/customer items only allowed in initial company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Vendor/customer items only allowed in initial company code

What causes this issue?

Customer and vendor items can only be preliminarily posted for the
company code entered in the initial screen because payment requests
for preliminarily posted items are only possible for items originally
entered in this company code.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP103 - Vendor/customer items only allowed in initial company code ?

  The SAP error message FP103 ("Vendor/customer items only allowed in initial company code") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving vendor or customer items in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the company code configuration or the way the transaction is being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Configuration: The error usually arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves vendor or customer items, but the company code specified in the transaction does not match the initial company code defined in the system.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not be set up to allow postings to multiple company codes, or the specific vendor/customer item is not allowed in the current company code context.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong company code or not having the correct vendor/customer master data set up for the company code in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code: Ensure that the company code you are using in the transaction is the correct one and matches the initial company code for the vendor or customer item.
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data: Verify that the vendor or customer master data is correctly set up for the company code you are working with. You can do this by checking the vendor/customer master records in the SAP system.
  Transaction Type Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration of the transaction type to ensure it allows postings to the specified company code.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the data you are entering in the transaction to ensure that all fields are filled out correctly and that you are not inadvertently selecting the wrong company code or item.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further guidance on the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice), or F-02 (General Posting) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform transactions involving vendor/customer items in the specified company code.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and business processes.