How To Fix FMLGD_INFO349 - Posting type &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMLGD_INFO -

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Posting type &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Entry: &V1& &V2&
The posting type &V3& does not exist.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid posting type.
To do this, use IMG activity <DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_H_MSGNR>Define Error
Handling</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMLGD_INFO349 - Posting type &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMLGD_INFO349 with the description "Posting type &3 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with financial documents or transactions in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified posting type, which is essential for processing the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Posting Type: The posting type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The posting type may not have been defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been completed in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be referencing a posting type that has not been properly defined or has been removed.
  Transport Issues: If the posting type was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Type: Verify the posting type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Splitting > Define Posting Types.
  Check if the posting type in question is defined and active.
  
  
  Create or Modify Posting Type: If the posting type does not exist, you may need to create it or modify an existing one to meet your requirements.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing valid posting types.
  Transport Request: If the posting type was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on posting types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  FB50: For general ledger postings.
  FBL1N: For vendor line items.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify posting types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.