How To Fix 5W200 - Object type &1 is not allowed as SAP organizational object type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Object type &1 is not allowed as SAP organizational object type.

What causes this issue?

All of the SAP organizational object types that can be assigned to an
object in Organizational Management are stored in a table. A
prerequisite for this is that you have defined the object type in the
object repository.

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?

Enter the SAP organizational object type in
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_WF19OO91>table T7791</>, or use a different SAP
organizational object type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W200 - Object type &1 is not allowed as SAP organizational object type. ?

  The SAP error message 5W200 indicates that the object type you are trying to use is not allowed as an SAP organizational object type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's organizational management (OM) module, where specific object types are expected to adhere to certain rules and structures.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: You may be trying to use an object type that is not defined as an organizational object in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the specified object type to be used in the context you are attempting.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect object type is specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type you are trying to use is indeed a valid organizational object type in SAP. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, navigate to the relevant area in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) and ensure that the object type is correctly defined and allowed for the intended use.
  
  
  Use Correct Object Type: If you find that the object type is not valid, replace it with a valid organizational object type that meets the requirements of your process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on valid organizational object types and their usage.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to Organizational Management, such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) or PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure).
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to work with the specified object types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.