How To Fix RTC_POSTING034 - Document types starting with 0 to 9 are system-reserved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_POSTING -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Document types starting with 0 to 9 are system-reserved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_POSTING034 - Document types starting with 0 to 9 are system-reserved ?

  The SAP error message RTC_POSTING034 indicates that you are trying to use a document type that is reserved by the system. In SAP, document types that start with the digits 0 to 9 are typically reserved for system use and cannot be used for user-defined document types.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or post a document using a document type that starts with a number (0-9).
  The document type you are trying to use is not configured correctly or is not intended for user transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify the document type you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not start with a digit (0-9). If it does, you will need to select a different document type that is valid for your transaction.
  
  
  Use Valid Document Types: Use document types that are defined for user transactions. These typically start with letters (A-Z) rather than numbers.
  
  
  Configuration: If you need to create a new document type, you can do so in the SAP configuration settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (for Financial Accounting) or OBD2 (for controlling).
  Create a new document type that starts with a letter and configure it according to your requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines to understand the valid document types for your specific module (e.g., FI, CO, MM).
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about which document types are appropriate or if you believe there is a configuration issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Help.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize accounting documents and control various aspects of document processing, such as number ranges, posting rules, and document flow.
  Number Ranges: Each document type is associated with a number range, which defines the sequence of document numbers that can be used.
  SAP Configuration: Understanding how to configure document types and number ranges is crucial for effective financial and operational reporting in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RTC_POSTING034 error and continue with your transactions in SAP.