How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_CALLOFF188 - Invalid purchasing document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_CALLOFF -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Invalid purchasing document type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_CALLOFF188 - Invalid purchasing document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_CALLOFF188 Invalid purchasing document type &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the purchasing document type being used in a transaction. This error is often related to the configuration of purchasing document types in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The purchasing document type specified in the transaction does not exist or is not valid in the current configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant purchasing organization or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the document type entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type specified in the transaction is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings for purchasing document types.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO
  Path: Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Order -> Define Document Types
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the document type is properly configured and assigned to the relevant purchasing organization and company code. Check if the document type is active and has the necessary settings.
  
  
  User Authorization: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the purchasing document with the specified document type. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the document type was entered manually, double-check for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct code is being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to understand where the error is occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /ACCGO/CAS_CALLOFF188 Invalid purchasing document type &1.