How To Fix FAC_FINS_POSTING_MAP140 - The system doesnÆt recognize the &1 field.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_FINS_POSTING_MAP - Mapping Messages for Financials Posting

• Message number: 140

• Message text: The system doesnÆt recognize the &1 field.

What causes this issue?

For SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the following fields are supported:
PROF_KNDNR
PROF_ARTNR
PROF_VKORG
PROF_VTWEG
PROF_SPART
PROF_KDGRP
PROF_KUNRE
PROF_LAND1
PROF_BRSCH
PROF_MATKL
PROF_BZIRK
PROF_KUNWE
PROF_FKART
PROF_PRCTR
PROF_PPRCTR
PROF_FKBER
PROF_COPA_KOSTL
PROF_KAUFN
PROF_KDPOS
PROF_PSPNR
PROF_PS_POSID
PROF_WERKS

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_FINS_POSTING_MAP140 - The system doesnÆt recognize the &1 field. ?

  The SAP error message FAC_FINS_POSTING_MAP140, which states "The system doesn’t recognize the &1 field," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or when dealing with financial document processing in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify or map a specific field that is required for processing.
  Causes:
  
  
  Field Mapping Issues: The field specified in the error message (&1) may not be correctly mapped in the configuration settings. This can happen if the field is missing from the relevant configuration tables or if there are discrepancies in the field definitions.
  
  
  Custom Fields: If custom fields have been added to the financial documents and they are not properly defined in the system, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified field.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data being processed (e.g., incorrect or incomplete entries), the system may not recognize the field.
  
  
  Version or Upgrade Issues: If the system has recently been upgraded or patched, there may be changes in the field definitions or mappings that have not been accounted for.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Mapping: Review the configuration settings for financial postings to ensure that the field in question is correctly mapped. This can be done in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  Verify Custom Fields: If custom fields are involved, ensure that they are properly defined in the system and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the field.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a system-specific issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.