How To Fix ARBERP_CFG_WEBUI066 - Invoice document type &1 is not valid; select an existing document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_CFG_WEBUI - Messages for CFG WebUI

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Invoice document type &1 is not valid; select an existing document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_CFG_WEBUI066 - Invoice document type &1 is not valid; select an existing document type ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_CFG_WEBUI066 indicates that the invoice document type specified is not valid in the context of the Web UI (User Interface) for the SAP application you are using. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified document type in the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured for the specific application or business process you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the document type entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction codes like OBYZ (for invoice document types) to check the configuration of document types.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the document type is properly configured for the relevant application. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, such as:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable > Document Types to ensure the document type is defined and active.
  
  
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document type. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the document type entered in the transaction for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the valid document types configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the document types relevant to your business process.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, OBYZ, and SU01 for configuration and user management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.