/ACCGO/UIS_API166 - EXTID &1: Name missing in vendor address data

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/UIS_API -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: EXTID &1: Name missing in vendor address data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_API166 - EXTID &1: Name missing in vendor address data ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/UIS_API166 EXTID &1: Name missing in vendor address data typically indicates that there is a missing or incomplete name field in the vendor address data for a specific external ID (EXTID). This error is often encountered in the context of vendor management or when processing transactions related to vendors.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Name Information: The vendor's name is not filled in the address data. This could happen if the vendor was created without entering a name or if the name was inadvertently deleted or not imported correctly.
  Data Import Issues: If vendor data was imported from an external system, there may have been issues with the data mapping, leading to missing fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the vendor master data that require certain fields to be filled out, and the name field is one of them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Enter the vendor's external ID (EXTID) indicated in the error message.
  Verify that the name field is filled in the address data section. If it is missing, update the vendor master data to include the name.
  
  
  
  Data Import Review:
  
  If the vendor data was imported, review the import file or process to ensure that the name field is included and correctly mapped.
  Re-import the data if necessary, ensuring that all required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Validation Rules:
  
  Check if there are any validation rules or configurations in your SAP system that enforce the requirement for the name field. Adjust these settings if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to vendor master data to understand any specific requirements or configurations that may apply.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01 (Create Vendor), XK02 (Change Vendor), and XK03 (Display Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to vendor master data issues that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit vendor master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in vendor management.