How To Fix BE535 - Document type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 535

• Message text: Document type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entries and enter a document type which does exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE535 - Document type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BE535 indicates that the document type specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to create or process a document (like an invoice, purchase order, etc.) using a document type that has not been defined or is not active in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type entered may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Document Type Not Defined: The document type has not been defined in the system configuration.
  Inactive Document Type: The document type exists but is not active or has been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The document type may be defined in a different client or environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are trying to use is correct. Ensure there are no typos or errors in the entry.
  Define Document Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where document types are defined.
  For example, for financial documents, you would go to:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the document type you need is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  Activate Document Type: If the document type exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it in the configuration settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the document type is client-specific, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the configuration is consistent across clients.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types in FI) or OMJJ (for document types in MM) to check or configure document types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to document types and error BE535.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring document types for specific modules (FI, MM, SD, etc.).
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.