How To Fix FQ186 - Document type does not exist &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Document type does not exist &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ186 - Document type does not exist & ?

  The SAP error message FQ186, which states "Document type does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document types in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of invoices, payments, or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or the document type not being created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified document type.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not be appropriate for the document type in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 or SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document types (e.g., Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Document Types).
  Verify if the document type you are trying to use exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type.
  You can check this in the user roles and authorizations (Transaction Code: SU01).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoice), and others that may relate to the document type in question.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message FQ186.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for detailed information on document types and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.