How To Fix CTE_FIN_POSTING002 - Please enter a valid document type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FIN_POSTING - ERP - Concur Integration: FIN Postings

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Please enter a valid document type.

What causes this issue?

The specified document type is not correct.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

In the <LS>Setting Up the Posting Import </>wizard, in the <LS>Posting
Settings</> step, select a valid document type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FIN_POSTING002 - Please enter a valid document type. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FIN_POSTING002, which states "Please enter a valid document type," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a financial document without specifying a valid document type. This can happen in various SAP transactions related to financial postings, such as journal entries, invoice postings, or other financial document entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The user did not enter a document type in the relevant field.
  Invalid Document Type: The document type entered is not recognized by the system, possibly due to incorrect configuration or a typo.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain document types.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may have been deactivated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Document Type: Ensure that you are entering a valid document type in the relevant field. You can check the list of valid document types in your SAP system.
  Check Configuration: If you have access, verify the configuration of document types in the SAP system. This can be done through the following transaction codes:
  
  OBY6: For financial document types.
  OBA7: To check the document type settings.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to use the document type you are trying to enter. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the document types used in your system.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize financial transactions and control various aspects of posting, such as number ranges and posting rules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial postings, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry), FB60 (Invoice Entry), and FB70 (Customer Invoice).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CTE_FIN_POSTING002 and successfully post your financial documents in SAP.