How To Fix 1K102 - Format & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1K - BCA: Account Type

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Format & does not exist

What causes this issue?

No format could be determined for the application of funds.

How to fix this error?

File a format for this bank area:
<DS:TRAN.F9MB>Settings bank area </>
If no format exists, define the format:
<DS:TRAN.F9MI>define formats</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1K102 - Format & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "1K102 Format & does not exist" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific format that is required for processing a document or transaction. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with output formats for documents, print layouts, or data exports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Format Definition: The specified format has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the format was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Format Name: The format name being referenced may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the format was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Format Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., NACE for output types) and verify if the format is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Verify Format Name:
  
  Double-check the format name being used in the transaction to ensure it is correct and matches the defined formats in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the format was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the format. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the format in question, as there may be additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to output formats include NACE (for output types), SMARTFORMS (for smart forms), and SE71 (for SAPscript).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to the error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.