How To Fix FINS_FI_CLS018 - There are no additional valuation fields. Please create an incident

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_CLS - Messages used for the impairments and FXs

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There are no additional valuation fields. Please create an incident

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS018 - There are no additional valuation fields. Please create an incident ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS018 indicates that there are no additional valuation fields available for the financial closing process. This error typically arises during the execution of financial closing activities, such as when trying to post or process financial documents that require additional valuation fields that have not been defined or configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The additional valuation fields that are required for the financial closing process have not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not be configured to use additional valuation fields.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or parameters that control the availability of additional valuation fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the additional valuation fields are defined for the relevant financial documents.
  Ensure that the valuation fields are properly assigned to the document types being used in the financial closing process.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Check the document types involved in the transaction to ensure they are set up to allow for additional valuation fields.
  If necessary, modify the document type settings to include the required valuation fields.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Create an Incident:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and document types, it may be necessary to create an incident with SAP Support. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the steps that led to the error, the configuration settings, and any relevant screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for financial closing processes and additional valuation fields for more detailed guidance.
  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. If you are not familiar with the configuration settings, it may be beneficial to involve a SAP consultant or your internal SAP support team.