How To Fix EK281 - No entry found in table TFKHVOT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 281

• Message text: No entry found in table TFKHVOT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK281 - No entry found in table TFKHVOT ?

  The SAP error message EK281 ("No entry found in table TFKHVOT") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a corresponding entry in the TFKHVOT table, which is related to the configuration of the account assignment for purchasing documents. This table is used to store information about account assignment categories and their corresponding settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for the account assignment category is missing in the TFKHVOT table. This can happen if the account assignment category has not been defined or if the relevant settings have not been maintained.
  Incorrect Account Assignment Category: If the account assignment category used in the purchasing document is not valid or does not exist in the system, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system and the transport did not include the necessary entries, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for account assignment categories in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the following path in the SAP Easy Access menu:
  
  SPRO > IMG > Materials Management > Purchasing > Account Assignment > Define Account Assignment Categories.
  
  
  Ensure that the account assignment category you are using is defined and has the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Entries in TFKHVOT:
  
  If the account assignment category is missing, you may need to create a new entry in the TFKHVOT table. This can typically be done through the configuration settings mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Ensure that the account assignment category used in your purchasing document is valid and corresponds to the entries in the TFKHVOT table.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary entries were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the TFKHVOT table directly and check its entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EK281 error and implement the necessary solution.