How To Fix 88422 - Do not use additional item types &1 as entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Do not use additional item types &1 as entered

What causes this issue?

No form is defined for the specified document type.

System Response

The relevant form can not be produced. Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the name of the form to be output for the recycling
partner's document type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88422 - Do not use additional item types &1 as entered ?

  The SAP error message 88422, which states "Do not use additional item types &1 as entered," typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, purchase order processing, or similar transactions where item types are defined. This error indicates that the system has detected an invalid or unsupported item type being used in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Item Type: The item type specified in the transaction does not match the allowed item types for the document type or the transaction being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the use of the specified item type for the particular transaction.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may inadvertently restrict the use of certain item types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Type: Verify the item type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is valid for the document type you are working with.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the relevant document type. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  
  Navigate to: Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Types or Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Item Types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files to understand the allowed item types for the specific transaction.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If there are custom developments, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might be affecting item type validation.
  Testing: If possible, test the transaction with different item types to identify which ones are accepted and which are not.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.