How To Fix UCF8006 - Document type &1 does not post to a key figure; processing terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Document type &1 does not post to a key figure; processing terminated

What causes this issue?

According to its current definition, document type &V1& does not post a
key figure - that is, neither transaction, local or group currency, nor
quantities. This is possibly the result of dynamic resets of the
currency due to the discovery of inconsistencies between the document
type definition and the data model.

System Response

Further processing is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Correct the definition of document type &V1&.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF8006 - Document type &1 does not post to a key figure; processing terminated ?

  The SAP error message UCF8006 indicates that a specific document type (denoted by &1) is not configured to post to a key figure in the context of SAP's Universal Journal or other financial reporting functionalities. This error typically arises in the context of SAP S/4HANA or SAP BW when dealing with financial documents and their integration into reporting structures.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message is not set up to post to the relevant key figure in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the document type settings.
  Key Figure Settings: The key figure itself may not be configured to accept postings from the specified document type.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, there may be missing entries or incorrect settings in the configuration tables that link document types to key figures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBA7 or similar).
  Verify that the document type in question is correctly configured to post to the intended key figure.
  
  
  
  Review Key Figure Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the key figure in the relevant configuration area (e.g., in the Universal Journal or reporting structure).
  Ensure that the key figure is set up to accept postings from the document type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customization:
  
  If there are customizations in place, review the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T001, T003) to ensure that the document type is correctly linked to the key figure.
  Make necessary adjustments to the configuration to allow the document type to post to the key figure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test posting using the document type to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional guidance on configuring document types and key figures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (Document Type Configuration), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and others that may be useful for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in financial reporting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF8006 error and ensure that the document type can successfully post to the desired key figure.