How To Fix FMCA_INV050 - Contract object types not defined for specified revenue types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_INV - PSCD Billing

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Contract object types not defined for specified revenue types

What causes this issue?

The objects to be processed have contract object types that were
assigned to a different revenue type to the ones being billed at the
moment.

System Response

The program could not create any billing documents.

How to fix this error?

Assign the contract object types to the specified revenue types, or
select a different revenue type in Customizing for <ZK>Contract Accounts
Receivable and Payable</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_INV050 - Contract object types not defined for specified revenue types ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_INV050 indicates that there are contract object types that have not been defined for the specified revenue types in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management and revenue recognition processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have the necessary configuration for the contract object types associated with the revenue types being used. This can happen if the configuration was not set up correctly or if there have been changes in the revenue types or contract object types.
  
  
  Incorrect Revenue Type: The revenue type specified in the transaction may not be linked to any contract object type in the system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the contract object types and revenue types are not aligned.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMCA_INV050 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).
  Navigate to the section where contract object types and revenue types are defined.
  Ensure that the contract object types are correctly assigned to the relevant revenue types.
  
  
  
  Define Contract Object Types:
  
  If the contract object types are not defined for the specified revenue types, you will need to create or modify the configuration.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Contract Management > Define Contract Object Types.
  Here, you can define the necessary contract object types and link them to the appropriate revenue types.
  
  
  
  Review Revenue Types:
  
  Check the revenue types being used in the transaction. Ensure that they are valid and correctly configured.
  You can review the revenue types in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (New) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Contract Management > Define Revenue Types.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FMCA_INV050 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCA_INV050 error and ensure that your contract management processes function smoothly.