How To Fix >P220 - Deleted address used in account &1 for add. correspondence recipient &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >P -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Deleted address used in account &1 for add. correspondence recipient &4.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >P220 - Deleted address used in account &1 for add. correspondence recipient &4. ?

  The SAP error message P220 indicates that a deleted address is being referenced in the account for the specified correspondence recipient. This typically occurs in the context of customer or vendor master data, where an address that has been marked as deleted is still being used in correspondence settings.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Address: The address associated with the account has been marked as deleted in the system, but there are still references to it in correspondence settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the correspondence recipient is still linked to an address that is no longer valid.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for correspondence may not have been updated to reflect the changes in address status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Address Status: 
  
  Go to the customer or vendor master data and check the status of the address. If it is marked as deleted, you may need to either restore it or update the correspondence settings to use a valid address.
  
  
  
  Update Correspondence Settings:
  
  Navigate to the correspondence settings for the account and ensure that the recipient is linked to a valid, active address. Update the settings to point to a different address if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any other instances where deleted addresses are being referenced. This can often be done through transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Recreate Address:
  
  If the deleted address is still needed, consider recreating it in the system and ensuring it is properly linked to the account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your version and configuration of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like XD03 (Display Customer), VD03 (Display Vendor), or BP (Business Partner) to check and manage addresses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to master data and correspondence settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.