How To Fix FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION026 - Document type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Document type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION026 - Document type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION026 indicates that the document type specified in the allocation run does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during the execution of a financial allocation process, such as during the allocation of costs or revenues in SAP Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Document Type: The document type specified in the allocation run is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the document type entered in the allocation run.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBAY (for FI) or OKB9 (for CO) to check the configuration of document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the document type entered in the allocation run for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct document type as per your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the allocation run has the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the document type is missing or incorrectly configured, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to rectify the issue.
  They may need to create or restore the document type in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not affecting the availability of the document type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBAY: Configuration of document types for FI.
  OKB9: Configuration of document types for CO.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial allocations and document types for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.