How To Fix UCUS0021 - Task &2: Select a document type that is designated for manual posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCUS0 - Messages for Tasks, ...

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Task &2: Select a document type that is designated for manual posting

What causes this issue?

You have selected <DS:GLOS.92FA4F84C681D511B1250008C784EFB1>document
type </> &V1&, which is intended for automatic posting. For task &V2&
you can only use document types for <ZH>manual posting</>.

System Response

Document type cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Use input help to select a suitable document type for task &V2&.

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 UCUS0021 - Task &2: Select a document type that is designated for manual posting ?

  The SAP error message UCUS0021 indicates that the system requires a specific document type for manual posting, but the document type you have selected is not configured for that purpose. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as journal entries or other postings that require a specific document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use for manual posting is not set up for that purpose in the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The document type may not be assigned to the appropriate company code or may not be allowed for manual postings.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to use the selected document type for manual postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Types.
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is configured for manual postings. Ensure that it is marked as allowed for manual entry.
  
  
  
  Change Document Type:
  
  If the current document type is not suitable, select a different document type that is designated for manual posting. You can find a list of valid document types in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post using the selected document type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each document type has specific settings that determine how it behaves in the system.
  Manual Posting: Manual postings are typically used for transactions that are not automatically generated by the system, such as adjustments or corrections.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or FB01 (Post Document) to understand where this error might occur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCUS0021 error and successfully perform manual postings in SAP.