How To Fix T1018 - Transaction type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T1 - Financial instruments

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Transaction type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Transaction type does not exist.

How to fix this error?

You can display and select all transaction types using input help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T1018 - Transaction type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message T1018, which states "Transaction type & does not exist," typically occurs when a transaction type that is being referenced in a process (such as a financial transaction, document posting, etc.) is not defined in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or incorrect data entry.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type may not have been configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the implementation or if they were inadvertently deleted or modified.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may be misspelled or incorrect. This can occur due to user error or if the transaction type has been changed or deprecated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain transaction types, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the transaction type was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), it may not have been properly included or activated in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the transaction type exists. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the transaction type is properly set up.
  For financial transactions, check the configuration under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type: 
  
  Double-check the transaction type being used for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches the expected format and naming conventions.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the transaction type was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the missing transaction type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with SAP support for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to the specific transaction type in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings (e.g., OBY6 for financial transaction types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the transaction type in question.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.