How To Fix >R018 - You cannot derive FI-CA document type from SD billing type &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >R -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: You cannot derive FI-CA document type from SD billing type &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >R018 - You cannot derive FI-CA document type from SD billing type &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message R018 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the integration between Sales and Distribution (SD) and Financial Accounting - Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA). Specifically, it means that the system cannot derive the appropriate FI-CA document type from the specified SD billing type.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The mapping between the SD billing type and the corresponding FI-CA document type is not set up in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration has not been completed in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Billing Type: The billing type being used in the transaction may not be correctly defined or may not have a corresponding FI-CA document type.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard mapping and lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for FI-CA.
  Navigate to the path: Financial Accounting (New) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Integration with Sales and Distribution > Define Document Types for Billing.
  Ensure that the billing type you are using has a corresponding FI-CA document type defined.
  
  
  
  Define Document Type:
  
  If the document type is missing, you will need to create a new entry that maps the SD billing type to the appropriate FI-CA document type.
  Make sure to save your changes and transport them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Billing Type Settings:
  
  Verify the settings of the billing type in SD to ensure it is correctly configured and that it is intended to be used with FI-CA.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with an SAP FI-CA consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VF01 for creating billing documents, and FPL9 for checking FI-CA documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If there are custom developments, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the billing type and document type mapping.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R018 error and ensure proper integration between SD and FI-CA in your SAP system.