How To Fix CRM_DAM_MESSAGES131 - Selected Digital Asset Status needs a Digital Asset Type assignment!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DAM_MESSAGES - messages of package CRM_DAM

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Selected Digital Asset Status needs a Digital Asset Type assignment!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DAM_MESSAGES131 - Selected Digital Asset Status needs a Digital Asset Type assignment! ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DAM_MESSAGES131 indicates that a selected digital asset does not have an assigned digital asset type, which is necessary for the system to process the asset correctly. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when working with Digital Asset Management (DAM) functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Digital Asset Type: The digital asset you are trying to work with does not have a digital asset type assigned to it. This could happen if the asset was created without specifying a type or if the type was removed or not configured properly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of digital asset types in the system, leading to the inability to assign a type to the asset.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to digital assets.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Digital Asset Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the digital asset in question and check its properties to see if a digital asset type is assigned.
  If it is missing, you will need to assign a valid digital asset type to the asset.
  
  
  
  Assign a Digital Asset Type:
  
  Go to the transaction or application where you manage digital assets.
  Locate the asset and edit its details to assign a digital asset type.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the digital asset types are properly configured in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant CRM or DAM configuration sections.
  Check if the digital asset types are active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any available data consistency checks or reports to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the digital asset data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing digital assets and their types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing digital assets, such as CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to digital asset management that might address known issues or provide patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit digital assets and their types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your digital assets are correctly configured within the SAP system.