How To Fix FP142 - Account type not valid; see long text & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Account type not valid; see long text & & &

What causes this issue?

There is an account type in the parked document which does not exist.
There is therefore a termination.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you can reproduce the problem, report it to SAP and ask for the
problem to be forwarded directly to development support or development.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP142 - Account type not valid; see long text & & & ?

  The SAP error message FP142, which states "Account type not valid; see long text," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the account type being referenced in a transaction is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account type specified in the transaction does not exist or is not configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The account type may not be set up in the relevant configuration settings, such as in the chart of accounts or in the financial accounting settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the account type entered during the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified account type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Type: Verify that the account type being used in the transaction is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the account type is properly configured in the chart of accounts and that it is active. You can check this in the Financial Accounting (FI) module settings.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the transaction entry for any typographical errors or incorrect account type codes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the account type. If not, consult with your SAP security administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in the SAP system and reading the additional information provided.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining account types) or FS00 (for managing G/L accounts) to check and modify account types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on account types and their configuration in the Financial Accounting module.
  
  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 within SAP.