How To Fix NAA170 - Type &1 of business volume data is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Type &1 of business volume data is not defined

What causes this issue?

Function module &V2& was called with an invalid parameter.

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?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA170 - Type &1 of business volume data is not defined ?

  The SAP error message NAA170, which states "Type &1 of business volume data is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's New Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a definition for a specific type of business volume data that is being referenced in a transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the specific type of business volume data (indicated by &1) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration during the setup of the New Asset Accounting module.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The error may also arise if there is an incorrect entry or reference to a business volume type that does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for New Asset Accounting in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant section where business volume types are defined (usually under Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Business Volume Data).
  Ensure that the type of business volume data referenced in the error message is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Business Volume Type:
  
  If the type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This typically involves defining the characteristics and settings for that business volume type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction or process that triggered the error. Ensure that the data being entered is correct and that it references valid business volume types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to configure business volume data types properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport request, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the business volume type is missing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAYD (Define Business Volume Types) or OAYE (Assign Business Volume Types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NAA170 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.