FR129 - Specify a bill of exchange usage type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Specify a bill of exchange usage type

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please select 'X - with bill of exchange usage' or 'X - without
Wechselverwendung' or both.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR129 - Specify a bill of exchange usage type ?

  The SAP error message FR129, which states "Specify a bill of exchange usage type," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving bills of exchange. This error indicates that the system requires a specific usage type for the bill of exchange to proceed with the transaction.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  A bill of exchange is being processed, but the required usage type has not been specified.
  The configuration settings for bill of exchange usage types are incomplete or incorrect.
  The transaction being executed does not have the necessary data fields filled out, particularly the usage type field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FR129 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify the Usage Type:
  
  When entering the bill of exchange details, ensure that you specify the usage type in the relevant field. This is typically done in the transaction screen where you are processing the bill of exchange.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for bills of exchange. Ensure that the usage types are defined correctly.
  Check if the usage types are assigned to the appropriate company codes and document types.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering in the transaction. Make sure all mandatory fields, including the usage type, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to set up and use bills of exchange in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to process bills of exchange. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  
  
  Contact 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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bill of Exchange Usage Types: These are classifications that determine how a bill of exchange is to be used in financial transactions. Common usage types include payment, discounting, and guarantee.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-02 (General Posting), F-53 (Outgoing Payments), and F-28 (Incoming Payments) where bills of exchange might be processed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to bill of exchange processing that might provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR129 error and successfully process your bill of exchange transactions in SAP.