How To Fix FD406 - An error has occurred; application log created

FD406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 406

• Message text: An error has occurred; application log created

What causes this issue?

In the detail display of this status record, you can display the
application log. An application log can contain warnings or errors. In
this case, there is at least one error message. Processing is
terminated.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD406 - An error has occurred; application log created ?

  The SAP error message FD406, which states "An error has occurred; application log created," typically indicates that there was an issue during the execution of a financial transaction or process in SAP, particularly in the context of financial accounting or controlling. This error is often accompanied by an application log that provides more details about the specific error that occurred.
  
  Cause:
  The causes of the FD406 error can vary widely, but common reasons include:
  
  Data Issues: Incorrect or incomplete data in the transaction being processed (e.g., missing mandatory fields, invalid account numbers).
  Configuration Problems: Issues with the configuration of financial modules, such as missing settings in the financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  System Errors: Technical issues such as system performance problems, database issues, or bugs in the SAP software.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system,