How To Fix FITVPS140 - Vehicle type & / vehicle class & not valid at start of trip

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Vehicle type & / vehicle class & not valid at start of trip

What causes this issue?

You have entered a combination of vehicle type and vehicle class that is
not valid at the time the trip starts. This could have to do with the
amendment to the Federal Travel Expenses Act (Bundesreisekostengesetz).
Maintain the valid entries applicable to the old or new version of the
Federal Travel Expenses Act.

System Response

This is only a warning. You can still use the selected combination of
vehicle type and vehicle class. However, this may produce incorrect
results later when you settle your travel expenses.
This message is issued only once during trip processing.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid combination of vehicle type and vehicle class.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS140 - Vehicle type & / vehicle class & not valid at start of trip ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS140 indicates that there is an issue with the vehicle type and/or vehicle class being used at the start of a trip in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Fleet Management or Vehicle Management. This error typically arises when the system cannot recognize the specified vehicle type or class for the trip being initiated.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Vehicle Type/Class: The vehicle type or class specified in the trip is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The vehicle type or class may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the vehicle being used.
  Master Data Issues: The vehicle master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the vehicle type/class.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified vehicle type/class.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Vehicle Type/Class: Verify that the vehicle type and class specified in the trip are valid and exist in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the vehicle master data.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the vehicle type and class are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Update Master Data: If the vehicle type/class is missing or incorrect, update the vehicle master data to include the correct information.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the vehicle type/class. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing vehicle types and classes in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVF1 (for vehicle types) or OVF2 (for vehicle classes) to manage and configure vehicle data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS140 error and successfully start the trip with the appropriate vehicle type and class.