How To Fix FSBP_ECC018 - Assigned customer account group &1 is a consumer group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_ECC - Business Partner in ECC

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Assigned customer account group &1 is a consumer group

What causes this issue?

The customer account group assigned to the business partner grouping is
marked as "consumer". This means that it is not possible to create the
customer using Customer/Vendor Integration (CVI).

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?

Check the Customizing settings for CVI. The characteristic "consumer" is
saved for the customer account group in the field T077D-DEAR6.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_ECC018 - Assigned customer account group &1 is a consumer group ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_ECC018 indicates that the assigned customer account group is classified as a "consumer group." This typically occurs in the context of customer master data management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with financial transactions or customer account setups.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (like creating or modifying a customer account) that is not compatible with the settings of the customer account group. Specifically, the account group you are trying to use is designated for consumer accounts, which may have restrictions on certain types of transactions or data entries.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Group Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for customer account groups in SAP (Transaction Code: OMDU).
  Verify the settings for the account group in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the type of transactions you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Change Account Group:
  
  If the current account group is not suitable for the intended transaction, consider changing the customer account group to one that allows the required operations. This can be done in the customer master data (Transaction Code: XD02 for change).
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to customer account groups and their functionalities to understand the limitations and capabilities of the consumer group.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user role limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Groups: In SAP, account groups are used to classify customers and define the fields that are required or optional when creating customer master records.
  Consumer Group: This typically refers to a group of customers that are treated differently from business customers, often with different data requirements and transaction capabilities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  XD01: Create Customer (General Data)
  XD02: Change Customer (General Data)
  XD03: Display Customer (General Data)
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.