How To Fix RTC_POSTING004 - Document type &1 does not exist in model &2; enter a valid document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_POSTING -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Document type &1 does not exist in model &2; enter a valid document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_POSTING004 - Document type &1 does not exist in model &2; enter a valid document type ?

  The SAP error message RTC_POSTING004 indicates that the document type you are trying to use does not exist in the specified model. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP S/4HANA, particularly when working with the Real-Time Consolidation (RTC) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type you are trying to post does not exist in the specified consolidation model.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Model Settings: The model you are using may not be set up to accept the document type you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the document type you entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consolidation model in question.
  Ensure that the document type is included in the model settings.
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the existing configuration to include it.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under Financial Consolidation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to configure document types in your specific version of SAP.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the document types and models.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or OBD2 (for model configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.