How To Fix FKK_ID_XX_ODN138 - Activate chronological numbering for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_XX_ODN - ODN message

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Activate chronological numbering for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN138 - Activate chronological numbering for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN138 indicates that chronological numbering is not activated for the specified company code in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation that requires chronological numbering, such as creating or processing documents that need to be uniquely identified in a sequential manner.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the chronological numbering feature has not been enabled for the specified company code. Chronological numbering is essential for ensuring that documents are processed in a specific order, which is crucial for maintaining data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate chronological numbering for the affected company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Master Data -> Define Number Ranges for Customer Accounts
  
  
  
  
  Select the Company Code:
  
  In the number range settings, find the company code for which you want to activate chronological numbering.
  
  
  
  Activate Chronological Numbering:
  
  Look for an option related to "Chronological Numbering" or "Activate Chronological Numbering."
  Ensure that the checkbox for chronological numbering is checked for the relevant number range.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the operation that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed instructions on configuring number ranges and chronological numbering.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about making these changes, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or FI-CA functional team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN138 and successfully activate chronological numbering for the specified company code.