How To Fix BE037 - Document type & for document & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Document type & for document & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Document &V2& was created under document type &V1&. As this document
type no longer exists in Customizing, the system cannot assign a
retention period to the document.

System Response

The system uses the standard retention period of three months for
document &V2&.

How to fix this error?

If possible, maintain document type &V1& in Customizing.
&ADDITONAL_HINTS&
The standard retention period is used for all documents with document
type &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE037 - Document type & for document & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BE037 indicates that a specific document type for a given document number does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial documents, such as invoices, purchase orders, or other accounting entries.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Document Number Issues: The document number provided may be incorrect or may not correspond to any existing document in the specified document type.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document type or the document itself.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the document type or document number entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Type and Number: Check the document type and document number for accuracy. Ensure that they are entered correctly without any typographical errors.
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and verify that the document type is defined and active. Ensure that it is correctly set up for the relevant application area (e.g., FI, MM).
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document type and the document. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the document type is supposed to exist and is configured correctly, but the error persists, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  Check for Deletion: Confirm whether the document type has been deleted or deactivated in the system. If it has, you may need to restore it or create a new document type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types in Financial Accounting) or OMJJ (for document types in Materials Management) to check and configure document types.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to document types and error messages.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on how to properly enter and manage document types and numbers in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BE037 error and implement the appropriate solution.