How To Fix VS220 - Account group &1 is not intended for consumers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VS - SD Master data

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Account group &1 is not intended for consumers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VS220 - Account group &1 is not intended for consumers ?

  The SAP error message VS220: Account group &1 is not intended for consumers typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a customer master record in SAP, and the account group specified is not configured to allow consumer-type customers. This error is often encountered in the context of the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Account Group Configuration: The account group you are trying to use is not set up to handle consumer accounts. In SAP, account groups define the characteristics of customer master records, including the type of customers (e.g., consumers, businesses).
  Incorrect Account Group Assignment: The account group assigned to the customer master record may not be appropriate for the type of customer you are trying to create (e.g., a consumer).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD2 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Customer Accounts > Master Data > Define Account Groups).
  Find the account group specified in the error message and check its settings.
  Ensure that the account group is configured to allow consumer accounts. You may need to adjust the settings or create a new account group that is intended for consumers.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Account Group:
  
  If the account group is not intended for consumers, you can select a different account group that is configured for consumer accounts.
  When creating or modifying the customer master record, ensure that you are using the correct account group that matches the type of customer you are dealing with.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change account group settings, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization. They can help you make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD01: Create Customer (General Data)
  XD02: Change Customer (General Data)
  XD03: Display Customer (General Data)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on customer master data and account groups.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the creation or modification of the customer master record again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VS220 error and successfully create or modify the customer master record in SAP.