How To Fix /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS014 - Document type & is not found in Customizing for Accounting Document Types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Document type & is not found in Customizing for Accounting Document Types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS014 - Document type & is not found in Customizing for Accounting Document Types ?

  The SAP error message /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS014 Document type & is not found in Customizing for Accounting Document Types typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific document type in the configuration settings for accounting document types. This can occur during various financial transactions, particularly those related to VAT (Value Added Tax) processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type referenced in the error message is not defined in the system's configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type may exist but is not properly configured for the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the document type may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  Verify if the document type mentioned in the error message exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type is missing, create a new document type with the necessary settings.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements for the transactions you are processing.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included the document type and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBYX (for document types) or SPRO (to access the customizing menu) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing document type in SAP.