How To Fix CNV_OT_APPL_PE009 - Document type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_OT_APPL_PE - Messages for application specific functions

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Document type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_OT_APPL_PE009 - Document type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message CNV_OT_APPL_PE009 indicates that a specific document type (represented by &1) is not defined in the system. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Conversion Tools or during the execution of certain transactions that require specific document types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type specified in the error message is not defined in the SAP system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or because the document type has not been created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type may exist in the system but is not properly configured for the specific application or process you are trying to execute.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the document type may not have been included in the migration mapping.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for document types (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling, etc.).
  Verify if the document type exists and is correctly configured.
  If it does not exist, create the document type using the appropriate transaction (e.g., OBA7 for financial document types).
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration process, check the mapping settings to ensure that the document type is correctly defined in the migration tool.
  Ensure that all necessary document types are included in the migration plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are executing. There may be specific requirements or prerequisites for the document types.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified document type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining document types) or OBA7 (for financial document types) to manage document types.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on document types and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_OT_APPL_PE009 error and ensure that the required document type is defined and configured correctly in your SAP system.