How To Fix 26062 - Data carrier type & and application & - application type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Data carrier type & and application & - application type & not defined

What causes this issue?

You want to change or display original application data with
application &V2& on a computer of data carrier type &V1&.
Settings in Customizing for Document Management determine, irrespective
of data carrier type, which applications can be displayed and/or
changed. This setting has not been made for data carrier type &V1&.

How to fix this error?

If you want to process the original data with the function you chose,
contact your system manager. The settings may need to be enhanced.
You make the settings in the work step
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_VC_DVS30>Define workstation application in network
</> navigation level <LS>Define Workstation application in network</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26062 - Data carrier type & and application & - application type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message 26062 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the data carrier type and application type in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of data carriers (like tapes, disks, etc.) in logistics or data management processes.
  Cause:
  The error message "Data carrier type & and application & - application type & not defined" suggests that the system is unable to find a valid configuration for the specified data carrier type and application type. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The data carrier type or application type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be a mismatch between the data carrier type and the application type in the configuration settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where data carrier types and application types are defined.
  Ensure that the data carrier type and application type mentioned in the error message are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Types:
  
  If the required data carrier type or application type is missing, you will need to create it.
  Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., OAC3 for defining data carrier types) to add the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping:
  
  Ensure that the mapping between data carrier types and application types is correct.
  Check if there are any inconsistencies or errors in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check if any post-transport activities are required to activate the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring data carrier types and application types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OAC3 (Define Data Carrier Types), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 26062 in your SAP system.