How To Fix FZ522 - Clearing document type for debit side transfer posting is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Clearing document type for debit side transfer posting is not defined

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?

For the clearing transaction UMBUCHNG (transfer posting with clearing),
you must define the clearing document type for customer transfer
postings in table T041A, using transaction OBXH.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ522 - Clearing document type for debit side transfer posting is not defined ?

  The SAP error message FZ522 indicates that there is a missing configuration for the clearing document type related to a debit side transfer posting. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction that involves a transfer posting between accounts, and the system cannot find the appropriate clearing document type for the debit side of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The clearing document type for the debit side of the transfer posting has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the document types or the account types involved in the transfer posting may not be correctly configured.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not be aligned with the standard configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FZ522 error, you need to define the clearing document type for the debit side transfer posting. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Transfer Posting -> Define Clearing Document Types.
  
  
  
  Define Clearing Document Type:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if the clearing document type for the debit side is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new entry for the clearing document type. Ensure that you specify the necessary parameters, such as the document type, description, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document types used in the transfer posting are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for both the debit and credit sides.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or OBD2 (for clearing document types) to check or modify settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on clearing document types and transfer postings.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FZ522 error and successfully execute the transfer posting transaction.