How To Fix AC761 - Transaction types &1 and &2 have different document types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 761

• Message text: Transaction types &1 and &2 have different document types

What causes this issue?

Different document types are entered for transaction types &V1& and
&V2&. This can cause problems during posting when the line items in the
individual document types do not tally.

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?

Check the settings of the transaction types in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC761 - Transaction types &1 and &2 have different document types ?

  The SAP error message AC761 indicates that there is a mismatch between the transaction types and document types in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA). Specifically, it occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves two different transaction types that are associated with different document types.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction (like an acquisition or transfer) that involves two different transaction types.
  Each transaction type is configured to use a different document type in the system.
  The system does not allow posting transactions with different document types for the same asset.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC761 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Types: Identify the transaction types involved in the posting. You can do this by reviewing the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Review Document Types: Check the configuration of the transaction types in the Asset Accounting settings. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Asset Accounting ? Integration ? Define Transaction Types.
  Ensure that the transaction types you are using are configured to use the same document type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the transaction types are indeed set to different document types, you may need to:
  
  Change the configuration of one of the transaction types to match the other.
  Alternatively, if the business process allows, you can change the transaction type you are using for the posting to one that matches the document type of the other transaction.
  
  
  
  Test the Posting: After making the necessary adjustments, try to post the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of changing transaction types or document types, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: These are used in Asset Accounting to define how different types of asset transactions are processed (e.g., acquisitions, retirements, transfers).
  Document Types: These are used in the financial accounting module to categorize different types of financial documents (e.g., invoices, credit memos).
  Integration with Financial Accounting: Asset Accounting is closely integrated with Financial Accounting, and any changes in transaction types or document types can have broader implications on financial reporting and compliance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC761 error and successfully post your asset transactions.