How To Fix 9J328 - Allowed doc. categories not entered - please maintain for document entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Allowed doc. categories not entered - please maintain for document entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J328 - Allowed doc. categories not entered - please maintain for document entry ?

  The SAP error message 9J328 ("Allowed doc. categories not entered - please maintain for document entry") typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in SAP, but the system does not have the necessary document categories defined for the transaction you are attempting to execute. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where document types are crucial for processing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document category for the transaction type you are trying to post is not configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document categories.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be allowed for the specific transaction or may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  Look for the section related to document types or document categories.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is properly configured and that the allowed document categories are maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Allowed Document Categories:
  
  In the configuration settings, find the option to maintain allowed document categories for the specific document type.
  Add the necessary document categories that should be allowed for the document type you are using.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents of the specified type.
  If not, work with your SAP security team to ensure the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or OBD2 (for document category) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring document types and categories.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 9J328 and successfully post your documents in SAP.