How To Fix UCF8004 - Document type &1 not intended for manual posting; please correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Document type &1 not intended for manual posting; please correct

What causes this issue?

You want to post a manual entry with document type &V1&. This document
type is intended only for automatic postings.

System Response

Document posting cannot be carried out with document type &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Change the definition of document type &V1&, or select a document type
for manual posting.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF8004 - Document type &1 not intended for manual posting; please correct ?

  The SAP error message UCF8004 indicates that the document type you are trying to use is not configured for manual posting. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or document entries where specific document types are restricted from being manually posted due to business rules or system configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are attempting to use is set up in the system to only allow automatic postings or is restricted for manual entries.
  Business Rules: Certain document types may be designated for specific processes (e.g., automatic invoice processing) and are not intended for manual intervention.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to post documents of that type manually.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 or SPRO).
  Verify the settings for the specific document type in question. Ensure that it is allowed for manual posting if that is required for your process.
  
  
  
  Change Document Type:
  
  If the document type is not intended for manual posting, consider using a different document type that is configured for manual entries.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to post documents of the specified type. This can be done through transaction SU01 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding the use of document types in your organization to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or permissions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (Document Type Configuration), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific document type or error message for additional insights or patches.
  Training: Ensure that users are trained on the appropriate use of document types and the implications of manual versus automatic postings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.