How To Fix FKKID_MSG160 - Document type is missing

FKKID_MSG160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKID_MSG - Messages for FI-CA Loc. Cross-Country

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Document type is missing

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FKKID_MSG160 - Details

• The SAP error message FKKID_MSG160: Document type is missing typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that a required document type is not specified for a transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type may not be configured in the system for the specific transaction you are trying to perform.
  Incorrect Transaction Data: The transaction data being processed may not include a valid document type, or the document type may not be applicable for the current context.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling document types correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the FI-CA module and ensure that the necessary document types are defined.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and navigate to:
  Financial Accounting (New) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Settings >