How To Fix FI_E133 - Debit/credit posting keys not customized for FI automatic postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Debit/credit posting keys not customized for FI automatic postings

What causes this issue?

You are using the funds management system. This funds management report
transferring FM totals into FI-GL requires the configuration for
Debit/credit posting keys for FI automatic postings.

System Response

Debit/credit posting keys for FI automatic postings missing or not yet
defined via customizing. This FM report is unable to post the FI-GL
document.

How to fix this error?

Customize the debit/credit posting keys for FI/GL automatic postings
from the IMG for enjoy transactions or executing transaction OBX1.
Alternatively, use the link defined below.

<DS:TRAN.OBX1>Maintain FI Configuration: Automatic Postings - Posting
Keys</>
ENDIF

Procedure for System Administrators

As a technical reference, the entry KTOSL = 'SAK' must exist in table
T030B.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E133 - Debit/credit posting keys not customized for FI automatic postings ?

  The SAP error message FI_E133 indicates that the debit and credit posting keys have not been customized for Financial Accounting (FI) automatic postings. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction that requires specific posting keys, but those keys have not been defined in the system for automatic postings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customization: The posting keys for automatic postings in the FI module have not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the relevant document types or transaction types may not be aligned with the posting keys.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the system, the posting keys may have been reset or lost.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI_E133 error, you need to customize the posting keys for automatic postings in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Define Posting Keys:
  
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger > Document > Document Entry > Define Posting Keys.
  Here, you can define the necessary debit and credit posting keys for automatic postings.
  
  
  
  Check Document Types:
  
  Ensure that the document types you are using are correctly configured to use the appropriate posting keys.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger > Document > Document Entry > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the posting again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific posting keys required, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP FI configuration guide.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Keys: These are two-digit keys that determine the type of posting (debit or credit) and the account type (e.g., customer, vendor, asset).
  Automatic Postings: These are postings that occur automatically based on predefined rules in the system, often used in processes like invoice processing, payment processing, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods) and OB37 (for document types) that may also be relevant in your configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI configuration.