How To Fix >A535 - Document category &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 535

• Message text: Document category &1 not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A535 - Document category &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message "A535 Document category &1 not defined" typically occurs when the system encounters a document category that has not been configured or defined in the system. This error is often related to the configuration of document types in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial accounting or document management.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Document Category: The document category specified in the transaction or process is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The necessary configuration for document categories may not have been completed in the SAP system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may reference a document category that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document management or financial accounting.
  Check if the document category in question is defined. If not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Define Document Category:
  
  If the document category is missing, you can define it by following the configuration steps:
  
  In SPRO, navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  Here, you can create a new document type and assign a document category to it.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If the error is occurring due to custom code, review the code to ensure it is referencing the correct document categories that are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on document categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBA7 (Document Types), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to document categories and error A535, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify document categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.