How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL230 - Annex date type & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Annex date type & does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL230 - Annex date type & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL230 Annex date type & does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference an annex date type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to configuration settings in the SAP system, particularly in the area of logistics or financial modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The annex date type that the system is trying to access has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect or invalid annex date type in a transaction or configuration screen.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may be referencing a date type that is not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where annex date types are defined.
  Ensure that the required annex date type is created and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Input:
  
  Review the input data in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the annex date type is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected configurations for annex date types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and context for better troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings (e.g., SPRO for general configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.