How To Fix /NFM/CA474 - Base key '99' can only be used in documents

/NFM/CA474 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/CA -

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Base key '99' can only be used in documents

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/NFM/CA474 - Details

• The SAP error message /NFM/CA474 Base key '99' can only be used in documents typically occurs in the context of the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module. This error indicates that the base key '99' is being used in a context where it is not allowed, specifically outside of document-related transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to use a base key that is designated for document processing in a context that does not support it. Base key '99' is typically reserved for specific document types or transactions, and using it in other contexts (like master data or configuration) will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Context: Ensure that you are using the base key '99' in the correct context. It should only be used in document-related transactions.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are trying to use this base key in a configuration or master