How To Fix FI_E131 - Document type and value type cannot be generic simultaneously

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Document type and value type cannot be generic simultaneously

What causes this issue?

You are using the funds management system integrated with the budgetary
ledger with account derivation for the federal government of the United
States.
During customizing of the account derivation using transaction OFBL,
you are trying to create a line with both document type and value type
as generic entries simultaneously. Due to potential reconciliation
problems (since the document type used for derivation is not stored in
the DB tables), this is not allowed.

System Response

You are not allowed to create this record.

How to fix this error?

Create several equivalent records for this generic entry, using
either value type or document type as generic, but not both in the same
record.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E131 - Document type and value type cannot be generic simultaneously ?

  The SAP error message FI_E131 indicates that there is a conflict between the document type and the value type in a financial transaction. Specifically, it means that both the document type and the value type cannot be set to "generic" at the same time. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings, such as when creating or posting documents in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type: This refers to the classification of the financial document (e.g., invoice, credit memo, etc.). Each document type has specific characteristics and rules associated with it.
  Value Type: This indicates the nature of the financial transaction, such as whether it is a debit or credit, or whether it is a generic value type that can apply to multiple scenarios.
  Conflict: The error occurs when both the document type and the value type are set to a generic setting, which is not allowed. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry during the transaction process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to post. Verify that it is not set to a generic type if the value type is also generic.
  
  
  Review Value Type: Similarly, check the value type being used. Make sure it is not set to a generic type if the document type is also generic.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for both document types and value types in the SAP system. Ensure that they are configured correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Transaction Data: If you are entering data manually, double-check the entries for the document type and value type to ensure they are not both set to generic.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the document types and value types relevant to your organization’s financial processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP FI, such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), etc., where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user role has the necessary permissions to post documents and that the configuration aligns with the organization's financial policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.