How To Fix VMD_API180 - Define Permitted Payee for CoCd &1 of Supplier &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Define Permitted Payee for CoCd &1 of Supplier &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API180 - Define Permitted Payee for CoCd &1 of Supplier &2 ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API180, which states "Define Permitted Payee for CoCd &1 of Supplier &2," typically occurs in the context of vendor management and payment processing. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration for the permitted payee for a specific company code (CoCd) associated with a supplier (vendor).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined permitted payee for the specified company code of the supplier in the vendor master data. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The permitted payee has not been set up in the vendor master data for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Vendor Data: The vendor data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Changes in Business Rules: Changes in business rules or compliance requirements may necessitate the definition of permitted payees.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the permitted payee for the specified company code of the supplier. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code XK02 (Change Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor for Purchasing).
  Enter the vendor number and the company code for which you are receiving the error.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Payment Transactions Tab:
  
  In the vendor master data screen, navigate to the "Payment Transactions" tab.
  
  
  
  Define Permitted Payee:
  
  Look for the section related to permitted payees. You may need to add or modify the permitted payee information.
  Ensure that the correct payee is defined for the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After saving, try to execute the transaction that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes to vendor master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing vendor data and compliance requirements.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct permitted payee or the implications of changes, consult with your finance or compliance team.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK03 (Display Vendor), and FK01 (Create Vendor for Accounting) for managing vendor data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that may be affecting vendor management in your SAP system.