How To Fix FZ526 - Different payer during clearing is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Different payer during clearing is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ526 - Different payer during clearing is not supported ?

  The SAP error message FZ526: Different payer during clearing is not supported typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable and accounts payable. This error indicates that there is an attempt to clear items (such as invoices and payments) that have different payers, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Different Payer Accounts: The most common cause of this error is that the items you are trying to clear (e.g., invoices and payments) are associated with different payer accounts. In SAP, clearing requires that the payer remains consistent across the items being cleared.
  Incorrect Document Selection: You may have selected documents for clearing that do not belong to the same payer.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict clearing between different payers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payer Information: Review the documents you are trying to clear. Ensure that all items (invoices and payments) belong to the same payer. You can do this by checking the customer master data or the document details.
  Select Correct Documents: If you have mistakenly selected documents with different payers, deselect the incorrect items and only select those that share the same payer.
  Use Alternative Clearing Methods: If you need to clear items with different payers, consider using alternative methods such as:
  
  Creating a new payment document that consolidates the amounts.
  Manually clearing the items in separate transactions.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to clearing and payment processing. They may need to adjust settings or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to clearing, such as F-32 (Clear Customer), F-44 (Clear Vendor), or F-03 (Clear G/L Account).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to accounts receivable and clearing processes for more detailed information on handling payers and clearing transactions.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.