How To Fix FP022 - Posting key & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Posting key & not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP022 - Posting key & not defined ?

  The SAP error message FP022 ("Posting key & not defined") typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial transaction using a posting key that has not been defined in the system. Posting keys are essential in SAP as they determine the type of transaction being posted (e.g., debit or credit) and the account types that can be used.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Posting Key: The posting key you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The posting key may not be configured correctly in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: You might be using a transaction code that does not support the posting key you are trying to use.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specific posting key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB13 (Define Posting Keys) to check if the posting key exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or use a different posting key that is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code that supports the posting key you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to use the posting key. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or FI Consultant:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis administrator or an FI consultant who can help with the configuration and setup of posting keys.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Keys: Posting keys are defined in the SAP system to control the type of posting (debit or credit) and the account types that can be used. Each posting key has specific attributes that determine its behavior.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to posting keys include:
  
  OB13: Define Posting Keys
  OBD2: Define Document Types
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on posting keys and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FP022 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.