How To Fix FOT_B2A701 - Return type &1 takes on parameters / control data from return type 0001

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_B2A - Messages Administration Report Electronic Data Transmission

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Return type &1 takes on parameters / control data from return type 0001

What causes this issue?

You are creating return type &V1&.
No attributes of the control data could be maintained for the return
type.

System Response

The system hides the parameters since the programs automatically access
the control data of return type '0001'.
The maintenance of the parameter data for return type &V1& is required,
but the same parameter data is proposed as in return type '0001'.

How to fix this error?

You must create the control data for return type &V1&, however, no
attributes of the control data must be defined (transfer type, period of
time).
The parameter data for return type &V1& must be maintained. The same
entries are also maintained.
The entries:
Cancellation of automatic direct debit
and clearing of reimbursement
have to be maintained independently for the special advance payment.

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 FOT_B2A701 - Return type &1 takes on parameters / control data from return type 0001 ?

  The SAP error message FOT_B2A701 typically relates to issues in the configuration of the B2A (Business to Administration) interface, particularly when dealing with return types in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or similar processes.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the return type specified (denoted as &1 in the message) is incorrectly configured to take parameters or control data from the default return type 0001. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The return type may not be properly set up in the system, leading to conflicts or incorrect data mapping.
  Missing or Incorrect Control Data: The control data that is expected for the return type is either missing or incorrectly defined.
  Incompatibility: The return type may not be compatible with the expected parameters or control data from return type 0001.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the B2A interface in your SAP system.
  Verify the settings for the return type &1 and ensure that it is correctly configured to handle the expected parameters and control data.
  
  
  
  Review Control Data:
  
  Ensure that the control data for return type 0001 is correctly defined and that return type &1 is set up to inherit or utilize this data appropriately.
  If necessary, adjust the control data settings to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the B2A interface and return types for any specific guidelines or requirements that may apply to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the return type &1 is functioning correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP B2A configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to B2A configuration, such as SPRO for configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.