How To Fix AH285 - Entry for document type &1 is missing from table TE667

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Entry for document type &1 is missing from table TE667

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during determination of the number range in
module ISU_BILLING_PREPARE_UPDATE because the entry &v1& is not
maintained in table TE667.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Include entry &v1& in table TE667.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH285 - Entry for document type &1 is missing from table TE667 ?

  The SAP error message AH285 indicates that there is a missing entry for a specific document type in the table TE667. This table is used in the context of document management and is crucial for the proper functioning of document types in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type specified in the error message has not been configured in the TE667 table.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included the necessary entries for the document type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not have been properly set up to include the required document types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AH285 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Table TE667:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the contents of table TE667.
  Look for the document type mentioned in the error message. If it is not present, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Entry:
  
  If the document type is missing, you can add it manually. Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes to the table.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the entry is correct and complete.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to document types in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary document types are defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is due to a transport not being executed correctly, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects have been transported.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration from the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific document type and TE667 to ensure that you are following best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the document type functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (Customizing), SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for details on document management and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.