How To Fix CMS_CAG403 - Specify document type for document ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Specify document type for document ID &1

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

System fails to save document details if either the reference document
ID or a corresponding document type is not specifed.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG403 - Specify document type for document ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG403, which states "Specify document type for document ID &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Content Management System (CMS) or when dealing with document management functionalities. This error indicates that the system requires a document type to be specified for a given document ID, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document ID provided does not have an associated document type defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the document type.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered the document ID incorrectly or omitted the document type during the document creation or upload process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Document Type: When prompted by the error, ensure that you specify a valid document type for the document ID in question. This can usually be done in the document management interface where you are trying to create or manage the document.
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Document Management).
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and active in the system.
  Verify that the document type is correctly linked to the document ID.
  
  
  
  Review Document ID: Double-check the document ID you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the document ID in the document management system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the document types available or how to configure them, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC0 (for document types) or OAC3 (for document management settings) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or manage documents in the system, as insufficient permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_CAG403 error and successfully specify the document type for the document ID in question.