How To Fix F2221 - Screen layout for sales organization & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Screen layout for sales organization & is not defined

What causes this issue?

A screen layout has not been defined for sales organization &V1&. The
default entry (sales organization "*") does also not exist.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Define the screen layout for sales organization &V1& or the default
entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2221 - Screen layout for sales organization & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message F2221, which states "Screen layout for sales organization & is not defined," typically occurs when there is a configuration issue related to the screen layout for a specific sales organization in the SAP system. This error can arise in various transactions, particularly those related to sales and distribution (SD) or financial accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The screen layout for the specified sales organization has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration settings for the sales organization are incomplete or not set up correctly.
  Incorrect Sales Organization: The sales organization specified in the transaction may not exist or may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the F2221 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Account Assignment > Define Screen Layout for Sales Document.
  Ensure that the screen layout for the relevant sales organization is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create or modify the screen layout settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Organization:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization you are trying to use is correctly set up in the system.
  Check if the sales organization is active and properly linked to the relevant company code and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the sales organization and perform the required transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for additional troubleshooting steps or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, OVK1 for defining screen layouts, or OVK2 for maintaining sales document types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the F2221 error in your SAP system.