How To Fix RW009 - FI/CO interface: Object type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 009

• Message text: FI/CO interface: Object type & not defined

What causes this issue?

You called up the FI/CO interface with the object type "&v1&".

System Response

The system could not find object type "&v1&" in system table TTYP.
Processing of transactions of this type is not possible.

How to fix this error?

This is a system error. Contact the hotline service at SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW009 - FI/CO interface: Object type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message RW009, which states "FI/CO interface: Object type & not defined," typically occurs in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with the configuration or definition of an object type that is expected in the interface between these modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration settings for the FI/CO interface.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being referenced may be incorrect or not applicable in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that reference specific object types, and those types are not defined, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the FI/CO interface and verify that the object type in question is defined correctly.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  
  Define Object Type:
  
  If the object type is indeed missing, you may need to create it. This can involve defining the object type in the relevant customizing settings.
  Ensure that all necessary fields and parameters are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the relevant configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements that reference the object type, review the code to ensure it is referencing the correct object type and that it is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the FI/CO interface for any specific guidance on the object type in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RW009 or the specific object type in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the FI/CO interface and object types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RW009 error in your SAP system.