How To Fix VMD_API050 - Vendor &1: Do not enter current account for head office

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Vendor &1: Do not enter current account for head office

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API050 - Vendor &1: Do not enter current account for head office ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API050 indicates that there is an issue with the vendor master data, specifically related to the account type being used for a head office vendor. This error typically arises when a current account (or a specific type of account) is incorrectly assigned to a head office vendor.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A vendor is set up as a head office, but a current account type is being assigned to it. In SAP, head office vendors should not have current accounts associated with them.
  The configuration settings in the vendor master data do not align with the business rules or requirements for head office vendors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK02 for changing vendor data).
  Verify the account type assigned to the vendor in question. Ensure that it is not set to a current account type.
  
  
  
  Change Account Type:
  
  If the vendor is indeed a head office, change the account type to one that is appropriate for head office vendors (e.g., a non-current account type).
  Save the changes and try the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account types for head office vendors, consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to your organization's business rules regarding vendor master data.
  Ensure that the configuration settings in the vendor account group are set correctly to prevent this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to vendor master data management for additional insights on account types and vendor classifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly in vendor management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.