How To Fix CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES072 - Invalid Document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES - Messages in CDESK Services

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Invalid Document type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES072 - Invalid Document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES072 with the description "Invalid Document type &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with document types in various SAP modules. This error indicates that the document type specified in the transaction or function is not recognized or is invalid.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the document type being unrecognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  You can check the available document types in the SAP DMS configuration or relevant transaction codes (e.g., OAC2 for document types).
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the document type is properly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under DMS settings.
  If necessary, create or modify the document type to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the document type. This may involve reviewing related tables or configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific document type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC2 (for document types), OAC3 (for document management), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CDESK_SRV_MESSAGES072 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.