EK468 - Nonexistent sub-transactions in company codes and divisions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 468

• Message text: Nonexistent sub-transactions in company codes and divisions

What causes this issue?

Checks if all <DS:DE.TVORG_KK>sub-transactions</> that occur in
<DS:DE.BUKRS>company codes</> und <DS:DE.SPART>divisions</> are
defined.

How to fix this error?

If the system finds an inconsistency, you have the following options:
Maintain the missing sub-transactions.
Delete any references to the sub-transaction in company codes and
divisions, if they are not required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK468 - Nonexistent sub-transactions in company codes and divisions ?

  The SAP error message EK468 ("Nonexistent sub-transactions in company codes and divisions") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of sub-transactions in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified sub-transaction for the given company code and division.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sub-transaction you are trying to use has not been defined in the system for the specified company code and division.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction data that does not match any existing sub-transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like vendor or material master) may not be correctly set up or linked to the sub-transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for purchasing and check the settings for sub-transactions.
  Ensure that the sub-transaction is defined for the specific company code and division you are working with.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries in the purchasing document to ensure that the sub-transaction is correctly specified.
  Look for any typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master and material master data to ensure they are correctly configured and linked to the appropriate sub-transactions.
  Ensure that the relevant purchasing info records are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check if any post-transport activities are required to activate the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring sub-transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to test and replicate the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the sub-transactions in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the EK468 error in SAP.