How To Fix VN213 - Fixed procedure & for application & does not exist in table T683

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Fixed procedure & for application & does not exist in table T683

What causes this issue?

A procedure cannot be assigned to the selected application, instead the
specified fixed procedure must be used. There is no entry in table T683
for this procedure, which leads to the conclusion that the table
entries for message control are inconsistent.

System Response

The check will be continued nevertheless in case there are other
procedures for this application and a check has been selected for all
procedures.

How to fix this error?

Please contact the Hotline in order to clear up any inconsistencies.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN213 - Fixed procedure & for application & does not exist in table T683 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VN213 - Fixed procedure & for application & does not exist in table T683
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to find a fixed procedure for a particular application in the table T683, but it cannot find an entry. The fixed procedure is a configuration that controls how the system processes certain transactions, especially in the area of invoice verification and logistics invoice verification.
  
  T683 is a customizing table that stores fixed procedures for different applications.
  The error indicates that the fixed procedure (a key) for the specified application is missing in this table.
  This usually happens during invoice verification or related processes when the system needs to determine the correct procedure to apply.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During invoice verification (transaction MIRO or related).
  When posting logistics invoices.
  When the system tries to determine the fixed procedure for a given application (e.g., invoice, credit memo, etc.).
  When customizing is incomplete or missing for the relevant application.
  
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or incomplete configuration in SPRO under Logistics Invoice Verification.
  The fixed procedure for the application (e.g., invoice, credit memo) has not been maintained in table T683.
  Possibly a transport or system copy issue where customizing was not transported correctly.
  Customizing for the relevant company code or purchasing organization is incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table T683:
  
  Use transaction SM30 or SE16N to view table T683.
  Verify if the fixed procedure for the application in question exists.
  
  
  
  Maintain Fixed Procedures:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Materials Management ? Logistics Invoice Verification ? Incoming Invoice ? Set Up Invoice Verification ? Define Fixed Procedures.
  Here, maintain the fixed procedure for the relevant application.
  Assign the fixed procedure to the application and company code or purchasing organization as required.
  
  
  
  Check Application and Fixed Procedure Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the application (e.g., invoice, credit memo) is correctly assigned to a fixed procedure.
  If missing, create a new entry or correct the existing one.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Copy:
  
  If this issue appeared after a system copy or transport, verify that the customizing for fixed procedures was transported correctly.
  Re-transport or manually maintain the customizing if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes SAP releases notes related to this error for specific versions or scenarios.
  Check SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Fixed Procedure controls how the system processes invoice verification, including tolerances, blocking reasons, and other controls.
  The application refers to the type of document or process (e.g., invoice, credit memo).
  Proper configuration of fixed procedures is essential for smooth invoice processing.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VN213 - Fixed procedure & for application & does not exist in table T683
  
  
  Cause
  Missing fixed procedure entry for the application in table T683
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain fixed procedure in SPRO under Logistics Invoice Verification ? Define Fixed Procedures
  
  
  Transaction
  SM30 / SE16N (to check T683), SPRO (to maintain fixed procedures)
  
  
  Related Table
  T683 (Fixed Procedures)
  
  
  
  
  If you need step-by-step guidance on how to maintain fixed procedures in SPRO, please let me know!