How To Fix FB199 - Document & record &: Table & not supported during DIRECT INPUT

FB199 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Document & record &: Table & not supported during DIRECT INPUT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB199 - Document & record &: Table & not supported during DIRECT INPUT ?

  The SAP error message FB199 indicates that there is an issue with the direct input method for financial documents. Specifically, the message states that the document and record type you are trying to use is not supported during the direct input process. This error typically arises when attempting to upload financial documents using the direct input method in SAP, particularly in the context of transaction FB50 (or similar transactions).
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Document Type: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured for direct input. Certain document types may have restrictions or may not be set up to be processed through the direct input method.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system may not allow for direct input processing.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being uploaded may be missing required fields or may contain invalid values that do not conform to the expected format