How To Fix CMS_AST404 - Document type &1 is not allowed for asset type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Document type &1 is not allowed for asset type &2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can maintain mandatory and allowed document types for asset types
in the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_DOC_SET>Define Document Type Sets</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST404 - Document type &1 is not allowed for asset type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST404 indicates that a specific document type is not allowed for a particular asset type. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post a document that does not comply with the configuration settings for asset types and document types.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The document type you are trying to use is not configured to be used with the specified asset type in the system. Each asset type can have specific document types that are allowed for transactions.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may be restricted for specific asset types due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Asset Accounting.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Document Types for Asset Transactions.
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is allowed for the specified asset type.
  
  
  
  Modify Document Type Settings:
  
  If the document type is not allowed, you may need to either change the document type in your transaction or modify the configuration to allow the document type for the asset type.
  Ensure that the document type is correctly assigned to the asset type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Document Type:
  
  If you are unsure which document type to use, consult with your finance team or refer to the documentation for the specific asset type to determine the appropriate document type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OAOA (for asset types) and OBY6 (for document types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and using the correct document type, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting.