How To Fix M8_2019 - Supplier &1 is a one-time supplier; prepayment not possible.

M8_2019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Supplier &1 is a one-time supplier; prepayment not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2019 - Supplier &1 is a one-time supplier; prepayment not possible. ?

  The SAP error message M8_2019 indicates that a supplier is classified as a one-time supplier, and therefore, a prepayment cannot be processed for that supplier. This is a common scenario in SAP when dealing with procurement and vendor management.
  
  Cause:
  
  One-Time Supplier: The supplier in question is set up as a one-time supplier in the SAP system. One-time suppliers are typically used for ad-hoc purchases where a permanent vendor record is not created.
  Prepayment Restrictions: The system restricts prepayments for one-time suppliers because they do not have a permanent vendor account, which is usually required for managing prepayments and related transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following options:
  
  
  Change Supplier Type:
  
  If the supplier is intended to be a regular vendor, you can change the supplier's status from a one-time supplier to a regular vendor. This involves creating a vendor master record with all necessary details.
  Use transaction code XK01 (Create Vendor) or XK02