How To Fix V0311 - Use transaction VFBS to maintain follow-on screen control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V0 - Screen sequence control messages

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Use transaction VFBS to maintain follow-on screen control

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V0311 - Use transaction VFBS to maintain follow-on screen control ?

  The SAP error message V0311, which states "Use transaction VFBS to maintain follow-on screen control," typically occurs in the context of billing documents and sales order processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the follow-on documents in the billing process.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The follow-on screen control for billing documents has not been properly configured in the system.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings related to the billing document types or the follow-on documents that are supposed to be generated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the follow-on screen control settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Transaction VFBS:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code VFBS.
  This transaction allows you to maintain the follow-on screen control settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Follow-On Screen Control:
  
  In the VFBS transaction, you will see a list of billing document types and their associated follow-on documents.
  Check the settings for the relevant billing document type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the follow-on documents are correctly defined and that the screen control settings are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check Document Flow:
  
  Verify the document flow to ensure that all necessary documents are correctly linked and that there are no missing or incorrectly configured document types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the settings in transaction VFBS. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on billing document types and follow-on screen control.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V0311 error and ensure that the follow-on screen control is properly maintained in your SAP system.