How To Fix UCF8071 - Document type &1 is inconsistent; field &2 is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Document type &1 is inconsistent; field &2 is obsolete

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a manual document with document type &V1&. This
document type is inconsistent because it references the obsolete field
name &V2&.

System Response

Processing can continue. However, you should correct document type &V1&
as soon as possible.

How to fix this error?

You can continue to enter the document.
To correct the document type, open document type &V1& in change mode in
the consolidation workbench and save it without making any manual
changes. The system then adjusts the Customizing settings for this
document type automatically. As a result, this message no longer appears
for manual postings with 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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF8071 - Document type &1 is inconsistent; field &2 is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message UCF8071 indicates that there is an inconsistency related to a document type in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that a certain field (denoted as &2) is obsolete for the specified document type (denoted as &1). This typically occurs in the context of document management or financial transactions where certain fields may no longer be relevant due to changes in configuration or updates in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Fields: The field in question has been marked as obsolete in the system configuration, possibly due to changes in business processes or updates in the SAP version.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in document type settings or field definitions in the customizing settings may have led to this inconsistency.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from an older version of SAP or from another system, it may contain references to fields that are no longer valid.
  Custom Development: Custom enhancements or modifications may have introduced inconsistencies with standard SAP behavior.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (transaction code OBA7 for document types in Financial Accounting).
  Verify if the field that is reported as obsolete is still required or if it can be removed from the document type.
  
  
  
  Update Field Usage:
  
  If the field is indeed obsolete, ensure that any processes or programs that reference this field are updated to remove or replace it with a valid field.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data associated with the document type to ensure that it does not contain references to obsolete fields. This may involve cleaning up or correcting data entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP notes or documentation related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific notes addressing this issue or providing guidance on how to handle obsolete fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the document type functions correctly without the obsolete field and that no other issues arise.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document types and field management, such as OBA7 (for document types) and OBA5 (for field status groups).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF8071 error and ensure that your document types are configured correctly in SAP.