How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST218 - Checks can be switched-off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Checks can be switched-off

What causes this issue?

There are inconsistencies in Customizing for at least one company code.

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?

If the affected company code is not used, that is, if you are not going
to do postings within this company code, you can switch off the
consistency checks for this company code. Using transaction
<DS:TRAN.FINSC_CO_CD_TEMPLATE>FINSC_CO_CD_TEMPLATE</> you can set the
indicator <ZK>Template</>. After you have done this, the checks will not
be executed any more for this company code.
Note that you can't do postings to company codes for which the
<ZK>Template</> indicator has been set. The system will raise an error
message in case you attempt to do a posting.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST218 - Checks can be switched-off ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST218 indicates that certain checks related to the accounting document are not being met, and it suggests that these checks can be switched off if necessary. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling (FI/CO) when there are inconsistencies or issues with the configuration or data entry.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may have specific checks configured that are not being satisfied by the current transaction or data entry.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data may have been entered in the accounting document, leading to the failure of the checks.
  Customizations: If there are custom validations or enhancements in place, they may be causing the error.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINS_ACDOC_CUST218 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the checks are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing) to see if the checks can be adjusted or disabled.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required fields in the accounting document are filled out correctly. Validate the data against the necessary master data to ensure consistency.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom validations or enhancements in place, review them to see if they are causing the issue. You may need to work with your ABAP team to debug and identify the root cause.
  
  
  Switch Off Checks: If it is determined that the checks are not necessary for your business process, you can consider switching them off. This should be done with caution and ideally in consultation with your finance team to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional insights or recommended actions.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), and others that may be involved in the process.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  Always ensure that any changes made to the system are documented and approved by the relevant stakeholders to maintain compliance and system integrity.