How To Fix FQ143 - Document type and document number inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Document type and document number inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The document number specified and the document type belonging to the
transaction do not match.
Either you specified the document number of a payment request in a
transaction which is used for processing recovery orders or vice versa.

System Response

Further processing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have selected the correct document number and the
appropriate transaction.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ143 - Document type and document number inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message FQ143 ("Document type and document number inconsistent") typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with document postings in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the document type and the document number being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified does not match the expected document type for the given document number.
  Document Number Range Issues: The document number may not fall within the valid range for the specified document type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document type settings in the SAP system.
  Manual Entry Errors: Users may have manually entered an incorrect document type or number.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data migration that have led to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Type and Number: Verify that the document type and document number being used are correct and consistent. Ensure that the document number is valid for the specified document type.
  Review Number Ranges: Check the number range settings for the document type in the configuration. Ensure that the document number falls within the defined range.
  
  You can do this by navigating to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  
  
  Correct Configuration: If there are configuration issues, you may need to adjust the settings for the document type or number ranges.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering document types and numbers to minimize manual entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), FB02 (Change Document), or FB03 (Display Document) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FQ143 error in your SAP system.