How To Fix 26083 - Data carrier type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Data carrier type & not defined

What causes this issue?

Data carrier types are defined via settings in the IMG (Document
management -> General data -> Define data carrier type).
Data carrier type &V1& is not defined.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.
If you want the data carrier type to be defined, contact your sytem
manager.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26083 - Data carrier type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message "26083 Data carrier type & not defined" typically occurs when the system encounters a data carrier type that has not been properly defined in the configuration. This error is often related to the handling of data carriers in processes such as logistics, inventory management, or data transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Data Carrier Type: The specific data carrier type referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect entry.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might reference a data carrier type that has not been set up.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the data carrier type may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Data Carrier Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (usually in SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where data carrier types are defined (this could be under Logistics or Inventory Management).
  Check if the data carrier type in question is listed. If not, you will need to create it.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the data carrier type are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is referencing valid data carrier types.
  Modify the code to handle cases where the data carrier type might not be defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects related to the data carrier type were included in the transport request.
  If not, you may need to transport the missing configuration or manually create the data carrier type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to data carrier types for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message "26083 Data carrier type & not defined" and ensure that your SAP system can properly handle the specified data carrier types.