How To Fix 88248 - Enter a valid document type

88248 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Enter a valid document type

What causes this issue?

The entry of the document type is incorrect. In this function a
document type has to be selected which is defined for the recycling
partner in this country. In addition document types of type periodic
declaration, prepaid or final annual declaration are required.

System Response

The declaration is not processed.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a valid document type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88248 - Enter a valid document type ?

  The SAP error message "88248 - Enter a valid document type" typically occurs when a user is trying to create or process a document (such as a purchase order, invoice, or other financial document) and the system does not recognize the document type entered. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the document type field.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are entering is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant module (e.g., MM for materials management, FI for financial accounting).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations