CTE_FND_POSTING084 - Document type &1 is not valid for system &2. Use the F4 help.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FND_POSTING - ERP - Concur Integration: FIN Postings

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Document type &1 is not valid for system &2. Use the F4 help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FND_POSTING084 - Document type &1 is not valid for system &2. Use the F4 help. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FND_POSTING084 indicates that the document type you are trying to use is not valid for the specified system. This error typically occurs during the posting of financial documents, such as invoices or journal entries, when the document type does not match the configuration or is not allowed in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured in the system for the specific transaction or company code.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be assigned to the relevant company code or may not be active in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  System Settings: The document type may be restricted based on the system settings or the specific environment (e.g., test vs. production).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD2 (for document types) or OBA7 (for document type assignment).
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is correctly configured and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Use F4 Help:
  
  When you encounter the error, use the F4 help (press F4) to see a list of valid document types for the current context. This will help you select a valid document type.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check for any system-wide settings or restrictions that may be affecting the document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard behavior of document types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBD2: Configure document types.
  OBA7: Assign document types to company codes.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to document types and configurations.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial document processing and configuration for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.