How To Fix DOC_CHANGE_EXT015 - Field status group & not maintained for this transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DOC_CHANGE_EXT - Extended Document Change

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Field status group & not maintained for this transaction

What causes this issue?

Field status group &V1& has not been maintained for this transaction.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain the required field status group in view DOCCHG_V_FSTAT using
transaction SM30.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DOC_CHANGE_EXT015 - Field status group & not maintained for this transaction ?

  The SAP error message DOC_CHANGE_EXT015 indicates that a field status group has not been maintained for a specific transaction. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a document (like an invoice, journal entry, etc.) and the system cannot determine how to handle certain fields based on the configuration of the field status groups.
  Cause:
  
  Field Status Group Not Defined: The field status group for the account or transaction type you are using has not been defined in the configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the field status group may not be properly set up in the relevant transaction or account type.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are using may not have a corresponding field status group assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation for Creating G/L Accounts > Define Field Status Groups.
  Ensure that the field status group is defined for the relevant account type.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Status Group:
  
  If the field status group is not assigned, you need to assign it to the relevant account or transaction type.
  You can do this in the same configuration area where you defined the field status groups.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is correctly configured to use the appropriate field status group.
  You can check this in the configuration for the specific transaction type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields in various transactions. They can be defined for different account types and transaction types.
  Transaction Types: Different types of transactions (like invoices, payments, etc.) may require different field status groups based on the business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to field status groups and the DOC_CHANGE_EXT015 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your document in SAP.