How To Fix T0161 - Payer/payee proposed based on transaction details

T0161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Payer/payee proposed based on transaction details

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0161 - Payer/payee proposed based on transaction details ?

  The SAP error message T0161, which states "Payer/payee proposed based on transaction details," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable or accounts payable. This message indicates that the system is unable to determine a suitable payer or payee based on the transaction details provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The payer or payee master data may not be set up correctly or may be missing entirely in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the transaction type may not be set up to allow for automatic determination of the payer/payee.
  Transaction Details: The transaction details provided may not match any existing payer/payee records in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data entered for the transaction, such as incorrect account numbers or missing fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the payer and payee master data is correctly set up in the system. Ensure that