How To Fix FKKINFCO037 - No send type defined for information category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINFCO - Information Container

• Message number: 037

• Message text: No send type defined for information category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINFCO037 - No send type defined for information category &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKINFCO037 indicates that there is no send type defined for the specified information category in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). This error typically arises when the system attempts to process an action related to an information category that lacks the necessary configuration for sending notifications or messages.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the information category specified in the error message does not have a corresponding send type defined in the system. This can occur due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The send type for the information category has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Information Category: The information category being referenced may not be valid or may not have been properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary send type settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the information categories in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant path in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG):
  Financial Accounting (New) -> Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Information System -> Define Information Categories
  
  Ensure that the send type is defined for the information category in question.
  
  
  
  Define Send Type:
  
  If the send type is missing, you will need to create or define it. This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you check the information categories.
  Make sure to assign the appropriate send type that corresponds to the information category.
  
  
  
  Validate Information Category:
  
  Ensure that the information category being used is correct and valid. Check if it is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SCC4 for client settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKINFCO037 error and ensure that the information category has the appropriate send type defined.