How To Fix F5814 - Document type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Document type & not defined

What causes this issue?

Financial Accounting service: document type "&v1&" was not found in the
document type table. There are two possible causes:
document type "&v1&" has not been set up in FI customizing
document type is supplied incorrectly from the calling application

System Response

System error.

How to fix this error?

There are two possible measures:
set up document type "&v1&" in FI customizing
system error within the calling application - get in contact with the
SAP Hotline Service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5814 - Document type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message F5814, which states "Document type & not defined," typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document using a document type that has not been configured in the system. This can happen in various financial transactions, such as posting invoices, payments, or journal entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBYX (or OBA7 for document types) to check the configuration of document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and properly configured for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Define Document Type:
  
  If the document type is missing, you can create it by using the transaction code OBY6 (or OBA7).
  Fill in the necessary details such as the document type, description, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the document type you are entering in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the document type's purpose, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Define Document Types
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  OBY1: Assign Document Types to Company Codes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to document types and configurations.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5814 error and successfully post your financial documents.