How To Fix /ACI/MESSAGES146 - EAM Document Type not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACI/MESSAGES -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: EAM Document Type not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACI/MESSAGES146 - EAM Document Type not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /ACI/MESSAGES146 EAM Document Type not maintained typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module when a document type that is required for a specific operation or transaction is not configured or maintained in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type required for the operation is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The document type may be incorrectly set up or not linked to the relevant processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the document type.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system configuration or upgrades may have led to the document type being unlinked or removed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAC2 (for Document Types) or SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for EAM and check if the document type is defined.
  If it is missing, create a new document