How To Fix FI_E141 - Maintain improper invoice reason code(s) and text(s). See long text


FI_E141 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 141

  • Message text: Maintain improper invoice reason code(s) and text(s). See long text

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have the Prompt Payment Act (PPA) feature active for your company
    code, but you have not defined any reason codes. Reason codes describe
    what is required information on the invoice.

    System Response

    No breakdown on required information appears on an invoice where PPA is
    activated. No improper reason codes can be added to the invoice.

    How to fix this error?

    Use the following link for details on how to maintain the improper
    invoice reason code(s) and text(s) by document type:
    <DS:SIMG.SIMG_PSMFG_BADBILL>Maintain Bad Invoice Reason Codes</>

    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.


FI_E141 - Details

  • The SAP error message FI_E141, which states "Maintain improper invoice reason code(s) and text(s). See long text," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there are issues related to the handling of invoices, particularly when the system detects that an invoice has been flagged with an improper reason code.
    
    Cause: Improper Reason Code: The invoice has been assigned a reason code that is not valid or not properly maintained in the system. Missing Texts: The text associated with the reason code may be missing or not properly defined.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Financial Accounting (FI) module related to the reason codes for invoices. Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered incorrect data when creating or processing the invoice.
    Solution: Check Reason Codes: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the reason codes defined for invoices. Ensure that the reason code used in the invoice is valid and properly

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