How To Fix AC338 - Document type & is not defined (Use F4 to see the document types allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Document type & is not defined (Use F4 to see the document types allowed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC338 - Document type & is not defined (Use F4 to see the document types allowed) ?

  The SAP error message AC338 indicates that a specific document type is not defined in the system for the transaction you are trying to execute. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to post an asset transaction, and the system cannot find the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Document Type: The document type you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured for the specific transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Incorrect Input: The document type may have been entered incorrectly or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the configuration of document types in Asset Accounting.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Use F4 Help:
  
  When you encounter the error, use the F4 key to display a list of allowed document types for the transaction. 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 code SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the document type to ensure it is entered correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the document type is indeed missing or incorrectly configured, consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team to rectify the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration of document types in Asset Accounting.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the configuration and usage of document types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to document types in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC338 error and successfully post your asset transactions.