How To Fix FIN_BS_DIALOG001 - Transaction type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_BS_DIALOG - Messages Relating to Balance Sheet Dialog

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Transaction type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You can only use transaction types here that are defined in Financial
Accounting.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create the missing transaction types or use existing ones.
You can create missing transaction types in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMMENUORFF_1510>Maintain Transaction Types for
Consolidation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_BS_DIALOG001 - Transaction type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FIN_BS_DIALOG001 with the description "Transaction type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank statements or financial postings. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a transaction type that is specified in the process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type specified in the process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type may not have been defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the implementation or if they were inadvertently deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain transaction types, leading to this error.
  System Updates or Changes: If there have been recent updates or changes to the system, it is possible that the transaction type was affected or removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify that the transaction type you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Define Transaction Type: If the transaction type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) or Bank Accounting (depending on the context).
  
  Use transaction code OBPM1 to define new transaction types for bank statements.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files for any specific requirements or configurations related to the transaction type in question.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (for defining transaction types) and OBPM2 (for maintaining transaction types).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FIN_BS_DIALOG001 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for Bank Accounting or Financial Accounting to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.