How To Fix UCFP003 - Different posting levels for source doc. type &1 and target doc. type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFP - Messages for Period Initialization

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Different posting levels for source doc. type &1 and target doc. type &2

What causes this issue?

In the document type assignment for the adjustment of deferred taxes,
you have to assign each source document type a target document type that
posts to the same posting level. (Exception: You do not have to separate
posting levels 01 and 10.)
However, source document type &V1& and its assigned target document type
&V2& are defined for different posting levels.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the document type assignment for the adjustment of deferred
taxes by using source and target document types that have the same
posting level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFP003 - Different posting levels for source doc. type &1 and target doc. type &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCFP003 indicates that there is a mismatch in the posting levels between the source document type and the target document type during a financial posting or document transfer process. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when trying to post or transfer documents between different areas or modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the source document type (e.g., an invoice or a journal entry) and the target document type (e.g., a payment or a credit note) have different posting levels defined in the system. Posting levels determine how documents are processed and can affect how transactions are recorded in the general ledger.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Types: Verify the configuration of both the source and target document types in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  Review Posting Levels: Ensure that both document types have the same posting level. You can find this setting in the configuration for Financial Accounting (FI) under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Document > Document Types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the posting levels are different, you may need to adjust the configuration of one of the document types to match the other. This may involve changing the posting level in the document type settings.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing posting levels, consult SAP documentation or seek advice from a qualified SAP consultant.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to post documents of the specified types.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBYZ (for document types) to view and modify document type settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing Environment: If possible, make changes in a testing environment before applying them to the production system to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCFP003 error and ensure that your document types are configured correctly for posting transactions in SAP.