How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CUST117 - Clearing Area Short Key is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CUST -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Clearing Area Short Key is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CUST117 - Clearing Area Short Key is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CUST117 Clearing Area Short Key is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1) typically indicates that there is a missing configuration for a clearing area in the system. This error arises when the system is trying to process a transaction that requires a clearing area, but the short key for that clearing area has not been defined in the customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The clearing area specified in the error message (&1) does not have a corresponding short key defined in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the clearing area settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully or correctly transported.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the clearing area short key in the customizing settings. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Find the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Depending on your specific SAP module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling), navigate to the relevant section for clearing area configuration. This is often found under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Customizing > Define Clearing Areas.
  
  
  Alternatively, you can search for "Clearing Area" in the IMG.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Short Key:
  
  Locate the clearing area that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that a short key is defined for that clearing area. If it is missing, create a new entry or update the existing one with the appropriate short key.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and test it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Help documentation for more details on clearing areas and their configuration.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure they are properly transported to the quality and production environments.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the correct settings, consult with your functional team or SAP consultant who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the clearing area is properly configured in your SAP system.