How To Fix COCF216 - Document type &1 cannot be used

COCF216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF - Order/Confirmation Functions

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Document type &1 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

Only document types for which the following has been defined in
Customizing are allowed:
They must be linked to the <DS:DE.DOKOB>object </>NMQMEL (general
message).
The <DS:DE.CREATE_DOC>creation </>of documents must be allowed.
The <DS:DE.NUMVG>number assignment </>must use an <DS:DE.INUMNR>internal
number range</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

COCF216 - Details

• The SAP error message COCF216, which states "Document type &1 cannot be used," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) documents, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling-related transactions. This error indicates that the specified document type is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be inactive or not allowed for the specific transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Transaction Context: The document type may not be applicable for the specific context or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might be affecting the availability of the document type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system