How To Fix FKKAWM016 - Type &1 is not permitted for a reporting document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKAWM - Foreign Trade Declarations

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Type &1 is not permitted for a reporting document

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an entry in the report file for type &V1& for
the report document.
This type is not permitted. Currently, only type '02' - Contract
Accounts Receivable and Payable document is supported.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKAWM016 - Type &1 is not permitted for a reporting document ?

  The SAP error message FKKAWM016 indicates that a specific type of reporting document is not permitted in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when dealing with reporting documents.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use is not configured for the operation you are attempting (e.g., it may not be allowed for reporting).
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow certain document types for specific reporting purposes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the document type in question.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the reporting document that prevent it from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are using is valid for the operation. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for document types in the FI-CA module and ensure that the document type is allowed for the reporting document you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the relevant document types in the Customizing (SPRO) transaction. Look for settings related to reporting documents and ensure that the document type is permitted.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the document type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the data associated with the reporting document for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the FI-CA module, such as FKKOPV (Display Document) or FKKMA (Manage Reporting Documents).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FKKAWM016 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.