How To Fix FAGL_FSV_MAINTENANCE116 - Type &1 is not defined in accordance with XBRL specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_FSV_MAINTENANCE - Maintenance of Financial Statement Versions

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Type &1 is not defined in accordance with XBRL specification

What causes this issue?

For tuples, dimensions, and taxonomy elements, XBRL restricts how the
underlying types can be defined.

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?

Validate the taxonomy.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_FSV_MAINTENANCE116 - Type &1 is not defined in accordance with XBRL specification ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_FSV_MAINTENANCE116, which states "Type &1 is not defined in accordance with XBRL specification," typically occurs in the context of financial statement version (FSV) maintenance when there is an issue with the XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) configuration or definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Type Definition: The type specified in the financial statement version is not defined correctly according to the XBRL specifications. This could be due to a missing or incorrectly configured type in the XBRL taxonomy.
  XBRL Taxonomy Issues: The XBRL taxonomy being used may not include the type that is being referenced in the financial statement version.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings related to XBRL in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Type Definitions: Verify that the type referenced in the error message is defined in the XBRL taxonomy being used. You may need to consult the XBRL documentation or the taxonomy files to ensure that the type exists and is correctly defined.
  Update Financial Statement Version: If the type is missing, you may need to update the financial statement version to reference a valid type that is defined in the XBRL taxonomy.
  Review XBRL Configuration: Go through the XBRL configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the mappings and ensuring that the correct taxonomy is being used.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Testing: After making changes, test the financial statement version again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XBRL Taxonomy: XBRL is a standard for digital business reporting, and it uses taxonomies to define the structure of financial statements. Ensure that you are using the correct and up-to-date taxonomy for your reporting needs.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial statement version maintenance and XBRL integration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FAGL_FSV_MAINTENANCE116 error message.