How To Fix FKKINV037 - Main transaction &1 and subtransaction &2 are unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Main transaction &1 and subtransaction &2 are unknown

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.HVORG_KK>main transaction</> &V1& and <DS:DE.TVORG_KK>
subtransaction</> &V2& are unknown in <DS:DE.APPLK_KK>application area
</> &V3&.

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 FKKINV037 - Main transaction &1 and subtransaction &2 are unknown ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV037 indicates that the system cannot recognize the main transaction and subtransaction specified in the context of the billing or invoicing process. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when processing invoices or billing documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The main transaction and subtransaction codes may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if they have not been defined in the relevant customizing settings.
  Missing Entries: The specific main transaction and subtransaction may not exist in the system, either due to a configuration oversight or because they were deleted or not transported correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the transaction or subtransaction codes being used in the invoice or billing document.
  Version Issues: If there are version mismatches between different environments (e.g., development, testing, production), it could lead to this error if the transaction codes are not consistent.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the main and subtransactions in the SAP system. This is typically found under SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Basic Functions -> Define Main Transactions and Define Subtransactions.
  Ensure that the main transaction and subtransaction you are trying to use are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the main transaction and subtransaction codes entered in the invoice or billing document for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport included all necessary configuration settings and that they were correctly imported into the target environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide additional context or updates regarding the specific transactions you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes used in your organization for billing and invoicing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FKKINV037 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to process the invoice has the necessary authorizations to access the main and subtransactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.