How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES590 - Form types not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Form types not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES590 - Form types not maintained ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES590 ("Form types not maintained") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of form types in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of financial documents, such as invoices or payment forms, where specific form types need to be defined and maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Type Configuration: The form type that is being referenced in the transaction or process is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Form Type Assignment: The form type may be incorrectly assigned to the document type or may not be linked to the relevant application area.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the form types may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the form types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Form Types:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Form Types.
  Check if the required form types are defined. If not, create or maintain the necessary form types.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the document type is correctly assigned to the form type. This can also be done in the SPRO configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary configurations, including form types, were included.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the form types. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for form types and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.