How To Fix KQ803 - Message type & not allowed -> F4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Message type & not allowed -> F4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ803 - Message type & not allowed -> F4 ?

  The SAP error message KQ803 ("Message type & not allowed -> F4") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to use a function that is not permitted for a specific message type. This error is often related to the configuration of message types in the SAP system, particularly in the context of logistics or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Message Type: The message type you are trying to use is not configured to allow the action you are attempting (e.g., creating, changing, or displaying a document).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to that message type.
  Configuration Settings: The message type may not be properly configured in the system settings, leading to restrictions on its use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the configuration for the message type in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the actions you are trying to perform are allowed.
  You can check the configuration under the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Sales and Distribution, etc.) to see if the message type is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the message type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the message type and its allowed actions. This can provide insights into what might be causing the restriction.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings or to check user authorizations (e.g., SU01 for user management, SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to the message type in question.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KQ803 error and implement a solution.