How To Fix 68155 - +/- sign field not maintained for transac.type $: Check customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 155

• Message text: +/- sign field not maintained for transac.type $: Check customizing

What causes this issue?

This error occurs if the "+/- sign" field is not correctly maintained
in customizing for a transaction type.
The table concerned is TZB0A.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the customizing table or inform your system administrator. You
reach the corresponding table via the following menu options:
Tools -> Customizing -> Configuration -> Accounting ->
Treasury -> Loans -> Master data -> Transac.types -> Definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68155 - +/- sign field not maintained for transac.type $: Check customizing ?

  The SAP error message 68155, which states "± sign field not maintained for transaction type $: Check customizing," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document types or transaction types that require a specific configuration in the system.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type in question has not been properly configured in the system. Specifically, the ± sign field (which indicates whether the transaction is a debit or credit) is not maintained for the specified transaction type.
  
  
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be valid for the operation being performed, or it may not have been set up to handle the specific financial postings.
  
  
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the SAP system may not have been completed or may have been altered incorrectly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant area for financial accounting (e.g., Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Types).
  Check the configuration for the specific transaction type that is causing the error. Ensure that the ± sign field is properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Transaction Type:
  
  If the ± sign field is not maintained, you will need to enter the appropriate values. This typically involves specifying whether the transaction type is a debit or credit.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. If it is not, you may need to select a different transaction type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) for additional guidance on configuring transaction types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for maintaining document types) and OB37 (for maintaining transaction types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  
  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 the relevant area of SAP.