How To Fix RECD191 - Partner &1 is no longer in posting term &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Partner &1 is no longer in posting term &2

What causes this issue?

There is a cash flow item that still has to be posted and which has a
reference to partner &V1& in posting term&V2&. However, this partner is
<ZH>no longer</> assigned to the entered posting term. As a result,
posting of this cash flow item would <ZH>no longer</> be possible.
<ZH>Note:</> This check is not performed until after the first
generation of the cash flow. Therefore, to improve performance, it is
not possible to perform this check during master data checks.

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?

Assign partner&V1& to posting term&V2&. If there was an error in the
original assignment, then you have to reverse any postings already made
before you make the change.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD191 - Partner &1 is no longer in posting term &2 ?

  The SAP error message RECD191 indicates that a specific partner (identified by &1) is no longer valid in the specified posting term (identified by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in accounts payable or receivable, where partner data is crucial for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Data Deletion or Inactivation: The partner (vendor or customer) may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  Posting Term Expiration: The posting term specified may have expired or been changed, making the partner no longer valid for that term.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain partners in specific posting terms.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the partner may not be correctly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Status: Verify the status of the partner in the system. Ensure that the partner is active and has not been deleted or marked inactive.
  
  Use transaction codes like XK03 (for vendors) or FD03 (for customers) to check the partner's status.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Term: Check the posting term configuration to ensure it is still valid and that the partner is allowed to be used within that term.
  
  You can review the posting term settings in the configuration settings of the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the partner is inactive or has been deleted, you may need to reactivate or recreate the partner master data.
  
  If necessary, create a new partner with the required details.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for partners and posting terms are correctly aligned.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03, FD03, FB03, and FBL1N or FBL5N for vendor and customer account displays.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RECD191 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand how partners and posting terms are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RECD191 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.