How To Fix F5A124 - Document type will be changed: Check (-> long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Document type will be changed: Check (-> long text)

What causes this issue?

A different document type is used for further processing. The reason
for this may be the switch from an invoice to a credit memo (or vice
versa), or a manual change.

System Response

The system issues a warning if this results in controlling parameters
being changed for further document entry.
An error message is issued if there is a collision with cross-company
postings.

How to fix this error?

Check whether changing the document type also changes dependent values.
These could be the exchange rate for a posting in foreign currency, the
indicator for negative postings, or deriving or entering a trading
partner. If there are already several trading partners in the document,
it is possible that the processing can only be continued after all of
the data entered has been reset. You have to start the transaction
again to do this. If the cross-company entry is not permitted in the
new document type, the entry is terminated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A124 - Document type will be changed: Check (-> long text) ?

  The SAP error message F5A124 indicates that there is a potential issue with the document type being used in a financial transaction. This message typically arises when the system detects that the document type for a financial document (like an invoice or a payment) is going to be changed, which may not be allowed or could lead to inconsistencies in the financial data.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used may not be compatible with the transaction being processed. This can happen if the document type is not set up correctly in the configuration settings.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction type being processed may not align with the expected document type, leading the system to suggest a change.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type, prompting the system to suggest a change.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits in place that are affecting how document types are determined during transaction processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the document types in the SAP system. Ensure that the document type is correctly set up for the type of transaction you are processing.
  
  Transaction Code: OBA7 (for document type configuration)
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the document type. If necessary, change the transaction type to one that matches the document type.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions on how to resolve the issue. You can view the long text by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP.
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic: If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, review them to see if they are affecting the document type determination process.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial document processing and document types for more detailed information.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.