How To Fix /ACCGO/CMN_QTY_TYP004 - Maintain quantity type text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMN_QTY_TYP -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Maintain quantity type text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN_QTY_TYP004 - Maintain quantity type text ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN_QTY_TYP004 Maintain quantity type text typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the configuration of quantity types in the system. This error indicates that a required text description for a specific quantity type has not been maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Description: The primary cause of this error is that the text description for a quantity type has not been entered in the system. Each quantity type should have a corresponding text that describes it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to quantity types in the relevant module (e.g., Controlling, Material Management).
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to look for a text that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the text for the quantity type that is causing the issue. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, which is usually found under the following:
  
  SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Controlling ? General Controlling ? Quantity Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Quantity Type Text:
  
  Find the specific quantity type that is causing the error.
  Select the option to maintain the text for that quantity type.
  Enter the required text description in the appropriate language.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the text, make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  Check for Other Quantity Types: If you encounter this error for multiple quantity types, repeat the above steps for each one.
  
  
  Testing: After maintaining the text, test the transaction or process that was causing the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic account determination) or OKB9 (for maintaining quantity types) depending on your specific requirements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on quantity types and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be underlying issues that need to be addressed.