How To Fix FIPL_SAFT022 - Document types for manual FI invoices not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPL_SAFT - SAFT: Message Class

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Document types for manual FI invoices not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPL_SAFT022 - Document types for manual FI invoices not maintained ?

  The SAP error message FIPL_SAFT022 indicates that there are no document types maintained for manual Financial Accounting (FI) invoices in the system. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a manual FI invoice, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the document type associated with that invoice.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the document type for manual FI invoices has not been defined or configured in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The document type has not been created.
  The document type is not assigned to the relevant company code.
  The configuration settings for the document type are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the document types for manual FI invoices are properly maintained in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Document Types:
  
  In the document type configuration, check if the required document type for manual FI invoices exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new document type.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If you need to create a new document type, click on "New Entries" and fill in the required fields, such as:
  
  Document Type (e.g., "KR" for vendor invoices)
  Description
  Number range
  Other relevant settings.
  
  
  If the document type exists but is not configured correctly, modify the existing entry to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign Document Type to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the relevant company code. This can be done in the same configuration area or in the Assign Document Types to Company Codes section.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try posting a manual FI invoice again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) and OBD2 (for assigning document types to company codes) to access the relevant configuration screens directly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring document types and their implications in the FI module.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or FI module consultant for further assistance.