How To Fix FINB_CONFIG086 - Type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_CONFIG - Financials Configuration

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_CONFIG086 - Type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINB_CONFIG086 with the description "Type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system is unable to find a specific configuration or data type that is expected in a particular process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified type (indicated by &1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Customization: If there have been recent changes or customizations made to the system, it is possible that the type was inadvertently deleted or not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to look for a type that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the type exists in the configuration settings. 
  Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Type:
  
  If the type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can involve defining the type in the relevant configuration area.
  If it exists but is not correctly set up, modify the configuration to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to FINB_CONFIG086, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.