How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES061 - Service doc. type &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Service doc. type &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES061 - Service doc. type &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES061 indicates that the service document type you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Financial Accounting and Asset Accounting when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a specific service document type.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Document Type: The document type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the document type may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the document type entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration with Financial Accounting > Define Document Types.
  Verify if the document type you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you can create it by following the steps in the configuration menu mentioned above.
  Ensure that you define all necessary parameters for the document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the document type you entered for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific requirements related to the document type in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  OAOA (to manage asset accounting settings)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the posting again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.