How To Fix 8A656 - Document type (&) and date (&) not defined in V_OFNUM_TW_1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Document type (&) and date (&) not defined in V_OFNUM_TW_1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A656 - Document type (&) and date (&) not defined in V_OFNUM_TW_1 ?

  The SAP error message 8A656 indicates that there is an issue with the document type and date not being defined in the configuration table V_OFNUM_TW_1. This error typically occurs when trying to post a document in SAP that uses a document type that has not been properly configured for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Not Defined: The document type you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specified date.
  Date Range Issues: The date you are using may fall outside the valid date range for the document type.
  Configuration Missing: The necessary configuration for the document type in the relevant company code or fiscal year may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or OBA7 depending on your version) to check the configuration of document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Define Document Type:
  
  If the document type is not defined, you will need to create it. You can do this in the same configuration area where you checked the existing document types.
  Make sure to specify the correct date ranges and any other necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Date Validity:
  
  Verify that the date you are using for the document falls within the valid range for the document type.
  If the date is outside the range, you may need to adjust the date or modify the configuration to include the date.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Configuration for document types.
  OBA7: Configuration for document number ranges.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and number ranges.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8A656 and successfully post your document in SAP.