How To Fix FPIA014 - Line item &1 is not a vendor line item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPIA - Interest on Arrears

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Line item &1 is not a vendor line item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPIA014 - Line item &1 is not a vendor line item ?

  The SAP error message FPIA014 indicates that the line item you are trying to process is not recognized as a vendor line item. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and asset accounting when there is an attempt to post or process a transaction that is expected to relate to a vendor but does not meet the criteria for a vendor line item.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may not be set up to handle vendor line items.
  Line Item Configuration: The line item may not be correctly configured in the system, or it may not be linked to a vendor account.
  Account Type: The account being referenced may not be a vendor account (e.g., it could be a customer account or a general ledger account).
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction type you are trying to process.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as an incorrect account number or missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using is appropriate for vendor transactions. You can check this in the configuration settings of your SAP system.
  Verify Line Item: Review the line item in question to ensure it is correctly linked to a vendor account. You can do this by checking the vendor master data.
  Account Verification: Confirm that the account number you are using is indeed a vendor account. You can do this by looking up the account in the vendor master.
  Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to process. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  Data Entry Review: Double-check the data you have entered for any mistakes or omissions. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document and its line items, or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check vendor line items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly those related to document types and account types.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction you are attempting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.