How To Fix FI_E239 - Reason code '&1' in document &2 is invalid. Enter a valid reason code

FI_E239 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Reason code '&1' in document &2 is invalid. Enter a valid reason code

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FI_E239 - Details

• The SAP error message FI_E239 with the reason code '&1' indicates that there is an issue with the reason code used in a financial document (document &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting (FI) when a user attempts to post a document with an invalid or unrecognized reason code.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reason Code: The reason code specified in the document does not exist in the system or is not defined for the specific transaction type.
  
  Configuration Issues: The reason code may not be properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or transaction type.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistyped the reason code or selected an incorrect one from a dropdown list.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Reason Code: Verify that the reason code entered is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings