How To Fix M8_2018 - Prepayment is not allowed according to the master record for supplier &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Prepayment is not allowed according to the master record for supplier &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2018 - Prepayment is not allowed according to the master record for supplier &1. ?

  The SAP error message M8_2018, which states "Prepayment is not allowed according to the master record for supplier &1," typically occurs when you attempt to process a prepayment for a supplier who has not been configured to allow prepayments in their vendor master record.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the vendor master data for the supplier in question does not have the prepayment option enabled. This setting is usually found in the purchasing or accounting view of the vendor master record. If the vendor is not set up to accept prepayments, the system will prevent any transactions that involve prepayments.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and update the vendor master record for the supplier. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Vendor Master Record:
  
  Use transaction code XK02 (or MK02 for purchasing view) to change the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate View:
  
  Choose the relevant view (usually the Accounting or Purchasing view) where the prepayment settings are located.
  
  
  
  Check Prepayment Settings:
  
  Look for the field related to prepayments. This may be labeled as "Prepayment" or "Allow Prepayment." Ensure that this option is enabled.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Retry the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that generated the error and attempt to process the prepayment again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master record contains essential information about suppliers, including payment terms, bank details, and settings for prepayments.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes to vendor master records.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of enabling prepayments for a vendor, consult your organization's SAP documentation or speak with your SAP administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2018 error and successfully process prepayments for the supplier in question.