How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV665 - Error determining transaction type from customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV -

• Message number: 665

• Message text: Error determining transaction type from customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV665 - Error determining transaction type from customizing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV665 indicates that there is an issue with determining the transaction type from the customizing settings in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document types or transaction types that are not properly configured or are missing in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The transaction type may not be defined in the customizing settings for the relevant application area (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the transaction type or document type settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type or related customizing settings.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incomplete settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where transaction types are defined.
  Ensure that the transaction type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  If applicable, check the document type settings to ensure that they are correctly linked to the transaction type.
  Make sure that all required fields and settings are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type and related customizing settings.
  If needed, consult with your security team to ensure proper roles and authorizations are assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the customizing settings.
  If necessary, re-transport the relevant customizing settings or manually adjust them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  Implement any recommended corrections or updates from SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to customizing, such as SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), OBA7 (Define Document Types), and OBA1 (Define Transaction Types).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) for detailed information on transaction types and document types.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error message, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.