How To Fix 88803 - Document type / cancellation document type not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Document type / cancellation document type not found

What causes this issue?

The document type or the cancellation document type does not exist.

System Response

Cancellation is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Create the document type under Tools Recycling Partner.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88803 - Document type / cancellation document type not found ?

  The SAP error message 88803, which states "Document type / cancellation document type not found," typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to post a document or perform a cancellation in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified document type or its corresponding cancellation document type in the configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction is incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Cancellation Document Type: The cancellation document type associated with the original document type is not configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly configured to handle the document type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 for document types).
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  Ensure that the cancellation document type is also defined if applicable.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type in Transaction:
  
  Double-check the document type you are entering in the transaction. Ensure it is spelled correctly and corresponds to an existing document type in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Cancellation Document Type:
  
  If the cancellation document type is missing, you can define it in the configuration settings. This is usually done in the same area where document types are configured.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Team:
  
  If there are custom developments, consult with the technical team to ensure that the custom logic is correctly handling the document types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBA7: Configuration for Document Types
  FB01: General Journal Entry
  FB08: Reverse Document
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP help documentation for detailed information on document types and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.