How To Fix /ACCGO/OE_MSG140 - Document type is not Return Sale Type(H)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/OE_MSG -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Document type is not Return Sale Type(H)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_MSG140 - Document type is not Return Sale Type(H) ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_MSG140 Document type is not Return Sale Type(H) typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with sales documents, particularly in the area of returns processing. This error indicates that the document type being used is not recognized as a return sale type, which is usually designated by the letter "H" in the document type configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used for the transaction is not set up as a return sale type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for document types in the SAP system may not include the necessary settings for return sales.
  User Error: The user may have selected the wrong document type when attempting to process a return.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type being used is indeed a return sale type. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is configured as a return sale type (typically, it should be marked with "H").
  
  
  
  Change Document Type: If the document type is incorrect, change it to the appropriate return sale type (H) when processing the return.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you do not have access to change the document type or if you believe the configuration is incorrect, consult with your SAP configuration team or administrator to ensure that the document types are set up correctly.
  
  
  Review User Training: If user error is suspected, consider providing additional training or documentation to users on how to correctly process return sales.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to sales document types and returns processing for further understanding of how these elements interact.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to understand how document types are applied in different contexts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct document types are being used for return sales in your SAP system.