How To Fix FICODIAN_CUST005 - Enter an item type that is valid for this report format.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICODIAN_CUST - Messages for DIAN Magnetic Media Customizings

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter an item type that is valid for this report format.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can use the F4 search help to find a valid report format item type
or you can define an item type for this report format in the Customizing
for<LS> Financial Accounting(New) </>under<LS> General Ledger Accounting
(New) </>-><LS> Periodic Processing </>-><LS> Report </>-><LS> Statutory
Reporting: Colombia </>-><LS> Magnetic Media (DIAN) </>-><LS> Define
Report Format Item Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICODIAN_CUST005 - Enter an item type that is valid for this report format. ?

  The SAP error message FICODIAN_CUST005 typically occurs when generating reports in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial or accounting reports. This error indicates that the item type you are trying to enter is not valid for the specific report format you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Item Type: The item type you are trying to use may not be configured or allowed for the report format you are attempting to generate.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the report settings or in the item type definitions within the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: The item type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it as valid.
  Report Format Restrictions: Certain report formats may only accept specific item types, and using an unsupported type will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Type: Verify that the item type you are entering is valid for the report format. You can do this by consulting the documentation or configuration settings related to the report.
  Review Report Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the report and ensure that the item types are correctly defined and that the report is set up to accept the item type you are trying to use.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the item type for any typographical errors or incorrect entries. Ensure that you are using the correct code or description.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  Testing: If possible, try generating the report with a different item type that is known to be valid to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) for detailed information on report formats and item types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the definitions of item types.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.