How To Fix FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING002 - Customizing entries for the document type are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING - CML: Negative Postings related messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Customizing entries for the document type are missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING002 - Customizing entries for the document type are missing ?

  The SAP error message FVD_NEGATIVE_POSTING002 indicates that there are missing customizing entries for the document type in the context of negative postings. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction that requires specific configuration settings that have not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The document type you are trying to use for the negative posting does not have the necessary configuration in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The document type not being defined for negative postings.
  The configuration for the document type not being completed or activated.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: You may be using a document type that is not intended for negative postings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Document Entry > Document Types.
  Check if the document type you are using is configured for negative postings. If not, you may need to create or modify the document type to allow negative postings.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, create a new document type that allows negative postings.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify the settings to include the necessary parameters for negative postings.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Customizing:
  
  Ensure that all related customizing settings for the document type are correctly set up, including number ranges, posting keys, and any other relevant configurations.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting. Check the user roles and authorizations in the user management section.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the posting again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for customizing, OBY6 for document types, and OBD2 for posting keys.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring document types and negative postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.