How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_V103 - Recipient type for key &2 is not defined in target system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_V - Business Configuration Validations

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Recipient type for key &2 is not defined in target system.

What causes this issue?

The type of recipient is defined in the source system, but <ZH>not</> in
the Central Finance system. The type of recipient must match in the
source system and the Central Finance system.
The type of recipient &V2& must be defined in the Central Finance
system.

System Response

The posting <ZH>cannot</> be completed in the Central Finance system
during ongoing replication.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Central Finance system, go to the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBT059C>Check Recipient Types</> Customizing
activity (table &V1&) and define an entry for key &V2& (Country Key /
Withholding Tax Type / Recipient Type).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V103 - Recipient type for key &2 is not defined in target system. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V103 indicates that there is an issue with the recipient type for a specific key in the target system during a Central Finance (CFIN) process. This error typically arises when the system is trying to map or transfer data related to financial documents, and it cannot find a corresponding recipient type defined in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The recipient type for the specified key (e.g., a company code, profit center, or other financial entity) is not defined in the target system.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be discrepancies in the mapping configuration between the source and target systems, leading to undefined recipient types.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from a development or quality system to the production system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the source system that are not replicated in the target system, this can lead to undefined recipient types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the target system and verify that the recipient type for the specified key is defined. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for Central Finance.
  Ensure that all necessary entities (like company codes, profit centers, etc.) are properly configured in the target system.
  
  
  
  Mapping Review:
  
  Review the mapping settings in the Central Finance configuration to ensure that all required mappings are correctly set up.
  Check the mapping tables to ensure that the recipient types are correctly linked to the corresponding keys.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported into the target system.
  If any objects are missing, consider re-transporting them.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Check:
  
  If there are custom developments, ensure that they are also present in the target system and that they are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance for any specific requirements or known issues regarding recipient types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that data can be successfully transferred to the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Central Finance Configuration Guide: Review the official SAP Central Finance configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up recipient types and mappings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.