How To Fix 26288 - The link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 288

• Message text: The link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the document type &V2&. You can only link the
object to the document if you add an entry for the object &V1&.
See: <DS:SIMG.SIMG_VC_DVS10>Define Document Types</>, navigation step
<LS>Determine Object Link</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26288 - The link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type & ?

  The SAP error message 26288, which states "The link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to link a document to an SAP object that is not permitted for the specified document type. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with attachments in different transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are trying to use may have restrictions on the types of SAP objects it can be linked to. Each document type can be configured to allow or disallow links to specific SAP objects.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the document type or the SAP object may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to link the document to the specified SAP object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (transaction code OAC2 for DMS).
  Verify if the document type is allowed to link to the specific SAP object type you are trying to use.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow the linking.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the SAP object type you are trying to link to is compatible with the document type.
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions for that object type.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to link documents to the specified SAP object.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document management and object linking for further insights on the specific configurations and restrictions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the linking process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC2 (for document type configuration) and OAC3 (for document management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.