How To Fix FQ701 - Table entry VBSEGS is missing: & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Table entry VBSEGS is missing: & & & &

What causes this issue?

No table entry was found in the VBSEGS G/L account table for document
&V1& (company code &V2&, fiscal year &V3&) in item &V4&, although the
payment request does not contain an indicator stating that it has
already been posted.

System Response

You cannot convert the document.

How to fix this error?

Check the document. Either the document has already been posted in
which case the corresponding indicator is missing. Or the document has
not yet been posted in which case the table entry mentioned is missing
in VBSEGS. After a possible repair, you must run the conversion program
again as long as the data was not entered only for test purposes which
would make this unnecessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ701 - Table entry VBSEGS is missing: & & & & ?

  The SAP error message FQ701, which states "Table entry VBSEGS is missing: & & & &", typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and can be related to issues with the configuration of the system, particularly in the area of document splitting or segment reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often indicates that there is a missing entry in the table that is used for document splitting. This can happen if the necessary configuration for segment reporting is not set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: It may also arise due to inconsistencies in the data, such as missing segments for certain accounts or document types.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not be handling the segment information correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document splitting in the SAP system. This can usually be found under Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Splitting > Define Document Splitting Characteristics.
  Ensure that the necessary entries for the segments are defined and that the configuration is complete.
  
  
  
  Maintain Table Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the table VBSEGS. Ensure that the required entries exist for the segments you are trying to post.
  If entries are missing, you may need to create them manually or adjust your configuration to ensure they are generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Review the documents that are causing the error to see if there are any inconsistencies in the data. This includes checking the account assignments and ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to document splitting and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that document splitting works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (Customizing), and FB50 (General Ledger Document Entry).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of document splitting and segment reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.