How To Fix GP164 - Maintain the document type in parameter &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Maintain the document type in parameter &

What causes this issue?

You can only plan the combination of ledger, version, company code or
global company and fiscal year which you have selected, if line item
documents are written simultaneously for the changes. The document
numbers can only be determined via the document type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Assign a planning document type to planning parameter &V1&.
Document types are defined in table T889 for local ledgers and table
T889C for global ledgers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP164 - Maintain the document type in parameter & ?

  The SAP error message GP164, which states "Maintain the document type in parameter &," typically occurs in the context of document management or financial transactions within the SAP system. This error indicates that a required document type has not been defined or maintained in the system for a specific parameter.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type that is required for the transaction or process you are trying to execute has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the document type is not linked to the relevant parameters or settings in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GP164 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section where document types are maintained (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling, or Document Management).
  Ensure that the required document type is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Document Type in Parameters:
  
  Identify the parameter indicated in the error message (the "&" will be replaced with the specific parameter name).
  Go to the configuration area where this parameter is maintained and ensure that the document type is assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the document type.
  If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining document types for the relevant module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), OBA7 (for document types in Financial Accounting), or others depending on the specific module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP164 error and maintain the necessary document types in your SAP system.