How To Fix FMFG863 - Document Type Range invalid: &2 is lesser than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Document Type Range invalid: &2 is lesser than &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG863 - Document Type Range invalid: &2 is lesser than &1 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG863 indicates that there is an issue with the document type range in the Financial Management (FM) module. Specifically, the error states that the document type you are trying to use is invalid because it falls outside the defined range. The message format typically looks like this:
  FMFG863 Document Type Range invalid: &2 is lesser than &1
  Where &1 represents the lower limit of the document type range, and &2 represents the document type you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is not configured correctly in the system. It may not be defined in the range of valid document types.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to enter is not valid for the transaction you are performing.
  Range Definition: The range of document types defined in the system does not include the document type you are trying to use, or the range itself is incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the FM module. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under Financial Management.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Range:
  
  Check the range of document types defined in the system. You can do this by accessing the configuration for document types and reviewing the defined ranges.
  Make sure that the document type you are trying to use falls within the defined range.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Document Type:
  
  If the document type you are trying to use is indeed invalid, you may need to select a different document type that is valid for the transaction you are performing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on configuring document types and ranges.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), FMX1 (for creating FM documents), or others relevant to your specific task.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to document types and ranges in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMFG863 error and implement a solution to resolve it.