How To Fix CMS142 - Repository &1 has wrong sub-type &2 - operation cannot be performed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Repository &1 has wrong sub-type &2 - operation cannot be performed

What causes this issue?

The repository &V1& of the type &V2& is not suitable for this
operation.

System Response

The operation has been cancelled.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing for the repositories. <DS:TRAN.OAC0>Execute
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS142 - Repository &1 has wrong sub-type &2 - operation cannot be performed ?

  The SAP error message CMS142 indicates that there is an issue with the repository type or subtype in the context of the SAP system's Content Management System (CMS). This error typically arises when an operation is attempted on a repository that does not support the requested action due to its subtype being incorrect or incompatible.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Repository Subtype: The repository you are trying to access or perform an operation on has a subtype that does not match the expected subtype for the operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the repository settings or the system landscape.
  Repository Type Mismatch: The operation may require a specific type of repository, and the one being used does not meet those requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Repository Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP system and check the configuration of the repository in question. Ensure that the subtype is correctly set up and matches the expected subtype for the operation you are trying to perform.
  You can check the repository settings in the SAP GUI under the relevant transaction codes (e.g., CMS_REPO).
  
  
  
  Verify Operation Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is compatible with the repository subtype. Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific operation to understand the required repository types and subtypes.
  
  
  
  Adjust Repository Settings:
  
  If the repository subtype is incorrect, you may need to adjust the settings to change it to the correct subtype that supports the operation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to repository subtypes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Content Management System to understand the different repository types and their functionalities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with repository management, such as CMS_REPO, CMS_ADMIN, etc.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMS142 error and implement a solution to resolve it.