How To Fix VSB249 - No valid self-billing display type key in IDoc

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 249

• Message text: No valid self-billing display type key in IDoc

What causes this issue?

An incorrect value for determining the credit memo type was transferred
in the IDoc in the segment/field E1EDKo1/ACTION.

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?

You can enter a valid value with the function <Change data>. The
following values are currently supported:
005 Normal credit memo display
006 Clearing invoice (after retroactive price change)
007 Non-valued goods receipt
For reasons of compatibility, values 000 (same meaning as 005), and 001
(same meaning as 006) are supported. However, you should only use those
values listed above, that is 005, 006 or 007.
For value 007, the system assumes that data transferred is for
information purposes only. The data record is deactivated as far as the
program is concerned. Processing in the processing step is completed. A
manual change of the deactivtaion is not possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB249 - No valid self-billing display type key in IDoc ?

  The SAP error message VSB249 "No valid self-billing display type key in IDoc" typically occurs in the context of self-billing processes when working with IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid display type key for the self-billing document being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The self-billing display type key may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect IDoc Structure: The IDoc being processed may not have the correct structure or data required for the self-billing process.
  Invalid or Incomplete Data: The data being sent in the IDoc may be incomplete or invalid, leading to the inability to find a corresponding display type key.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements related to self-billing, they may not be functioning correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the self-billing configuration and ensure that the display type keys are correctly defined.
  Verify that the necessary entries exist in the relevant tables (e.g., T_VSBK, T_VSBT).
  
  
  
  Validate IDoc Structure:
  
  Use transaction WE19 to simulate the IDoc and check if the structure and data are correct.
  Ensure that the IDoc segments contain the required fields and that the data types are correct.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Data:
  
  Analyze the IDoc data using transaction WE02 or WE05 to identify any missing or incorrect data.
  Ensure that all mandatory fields for self-billing are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits related to self-billing, review the code to ensure it is functioning as expected.
  Debug the process to identify any issues in the custom logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to self-billing and IDocs for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: Familiarize yourself with the specific IDoc types used for self-billing in your SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02, WE05, and SPRO for monitoring and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VSB249 error in your SAP system.