How To Fix REVMGT004 - FI-CA list type &1 does not exist, you must create it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REVMGT - Message Class for Account Overview

• Message number: 004

• Message text: FI-CA list type &1 does not exist, you must create it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REVMGT004 - FI-CA list type &1 does not exist, you must create it ?

  The SAP error message REVMGT004 indicates that a specific list type (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system, and you need to create it. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Revenue Management and Contract Accounting (FI-CA) module when the system is trying to access a list type that has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing List Type: The primary cause of this error is that the list type referenced in the error message has not been created in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or because the list type is specific to a certain business process that has not been set up.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the list type may have been deleted or incorrectly configured, leading to this error when the system attempts to access it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), the transport may not have included the necessary list type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REVMGT004 error, you need to create the missing list type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path for FI-CA. This is usually found under:
  Financial Accounting (New) -> Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Master Data -> List Types
  
  
  
  
  Create the List Type:
  
  In the list types configuration, check if the list type you need (indicated by &1 in the error message) is indeed missing.
  If it is missing, create a new list type by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Fill in the required fields, including the list type identifier and any other necessary details.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After creating the list type, test the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring list types in FI-CA.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify list types in the system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are captured in a transport request for movement to production.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or FI-CA functional team for further assistance.