How To Fix CMS_COMMON108 - Internal document type &1 is not mapped to external document type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_COMMON - Message Class for Common Service Functions

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Internal document type &1 is not mapped to external document type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_COMMON108 - Internal document type &1 is not mapped to external document type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_COMMON108 indicates that there is a mapping issue between internal document types and external document types in the Content Management System (CMS) of SAP. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a corresponding external document type for a given internal document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The internal document type is not mapped to any external document type in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the document types in the CMS.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect entries or typos in the document type definitions can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the mapping might not have been included or properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Mapping:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system where document types are defined.
  Verify that the internal document type is correctly mapped to an external document type.
  If the mapping is missing, create a new mapping for the internal document type to the appropriate external document type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (usually under the Content Management settings).
  Ensure that all necessary document types are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the entries for the internal and external document types to ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary configurations were included.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring document types in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify document type mappings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_COMMON108 error and ensure that your internal and external document types are properly mapped in the SAP system.