How To Fix 9J098 - Doc. type & does not allow recipient category & (&) as external recipient

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Doc. type & does not allow recipient category & (&) as external recipient

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& does not allow an external recipient for recipient
category &V2& &V3&.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J098 - Doc. type & does not allow recipient category & (&) as external recipient ?

  The SAP error message 9J098 indicates that a specific document type does not allow a certain recipient category to be used as an external recipient. This error typically arises in the context of document processing, such as when trying to send documents (like invoices or purchase orders) to external parties.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a configuration setting in SAP that restricts certain document types from being sent to specific recipient categories. This can happen due to:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type in question may not be configured to allow external recipients for the specified recipient category.
  Recipient Category: The recipient category being used (e.g., vendor, customer) may not be permitted for the document type you are trying to use.
  Custom Settings: There may be custom settings or enhancements in your SAP system that impose additional restrictions on document types and recipient categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document types and check the settings for external recipients.
  Ensure that the document type is allowed to send to the specified recipient category.
  
  
  
  Review Recipient Category:
  
  Verify that the recipient category you are trying to use is appropriate for the document type.
  If necessary, change the recipient category to one that is allowed for the document type.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant. They can help you review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the document can now be sent to the external recipient without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, NACE for output types, and ME23N for viewing purchase orders.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on document types and recipient categories.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of document types and recipient categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow the document type to accept the specified recipient category as an external recipient.