How To Fix VF099 - The sold-to party is missing in transaction &1 &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 099

• Message text: The sold-to party is missing in transaction &1 &2.

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 VF099 - The sold-to party is missing in transaction &1 &2. ?

  The SAP error message VF099 indicates that the "sold-to party" is missing in the transaction specified by the document number and document year (represented by &1 and &2). This error typically occurs in the context of billing documents, sales orders, or delivery documents where the sold-to party (the customer who is purchasing the goods or services) is required but not provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sold-to Party: The sold-to party field is not filled in the relevant document (e.g., sales order, delivery, or billing document).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the customer or the sales document.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be configured correctly to include the sold-to party.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the sold-to party during document creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document: Review the document (sales order, delivery, or billing) to ensure that the sold-to party field is filled in correctly. If it is missing, enter the appropriate sold-to party.
  Master Data Verification: Ensure that the customer master data is complete and correctly maintained. Check if the customer exists in the system and has the necessary data (e.g., address, sales area).
  Document Type Configuration: Verify the configuration of the document type being used. Ensure that it is set up to require a sold-to party.
  Recreate Document: If the document is incorrect or incomplete, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct information.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VF01 (Create Billing Document) to access the relevant documents.
  Customer Master Data: Use transaction code XD03 to view customer master data and ensure that the sold-to party is correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to error VF099.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields when creating sales documents to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VF099 error and ensure that the sold-to party is correctly included in your transactions.