How To Fix CM_SUB013 - User-defined text type & does not contain a DMS document; enter another

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB - Substance (general)

• Message number: 013

• Message text: User-defined text type & does not contain a DMS document; enter another

What causes this issue?

The user-defined text type you entered does not contain any documents
from the SAP component <ZK>Document Management</> (DMS).

How to fix this error?

To enter user-defined text types that contain DMS documents, use the
input help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB013 - User-defined text type & does not contain a DMS document; enter another ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB013 indicates that a user-defined text type does not contain a Document Management System (DMS) document. This typically occurs when you are trying to link or reference a document in the DMS, but the specified text type is either not set up correctly or does not have an associated document.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Text Type: The text type you are trying to use may not be configured to link to a DMS document.
  Missing Document: There may not be any document associated with the specified text type in the DMS.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the DMS or the text type may not be properly set up in the SAP system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the DMS documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the text types in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the text type you are using is correctly configured to link to DMS documents.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Existence:
  
  Check if the document you are trying to reference actually exists in the DMS.
  If it does not exist, you may need to upload the document to the DMS.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and link DMS documents.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security administrator to verify and adjust permissions.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Text Type:
  
  If the current text type is not suitable for linking to DMS documents, consider using a different text type that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring text types and DMS settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP DMS: Document Management System in SAP allows for the storage, management, and retrieval of documents.
  Text Types: In SAP, text types are used to categorize and manage different types of text entries associated with various objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) for managing DMS documents.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.