How To Fix KE301 - Record type '&' has not been defined (Table TVGA)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Record type '&' has not been defined (Table TVGA)

What causes this issue?

When transferring billing data to Profitability Analysis, the system
checks whether record type "&V1" has been defined there.

System Response

Since record type "&V1&" has not been defined, the document was not
transferred to Profitability Analysis.

How to fix this error?

Enter record type "&V1&" in table TVGA. You can do this in Customizing
for Profitability Analysis.
<DS:TRAN.KEP1>Define record types</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE301 - Record type '&' has not been defined (Table TVGA) ?

  The SAP error message KE301 indicates that there is an issue with the record type in the controlling area that has not been defined in the configuration. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction in Controlling (CO) and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified record type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The record type specified in the transaction is not defined in the configuration table (TVGA).
  Incorrect Record Type: The record type being used may be incorrect or not applicable for the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (or SPRO -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Cost Center -> Define Record Types).
  Verify if the record type in question is defined in the system. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Define Record Type:
  
  If the record type is not defined, you can create it by following the steps in the configuration menu.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction:
  
  Double-check the transaction you are trying to execute to ensure that the correct record type is being used.
  If you are using a custom program or report, ensure that it is correctly referencing the record types.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific record type and its usage to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKB9: Define Record Types
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE301 error and ensure that the necessary record types are defined and configured correctly in your SAP system.