How To Fix CV_ATTACHMENTS009 - MIME type &1 does not exist; check the Customizing for mimetype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CV_ATTACHMENTS - Message class for CV attachments

• Message number: 009

• Message text: MIME type &1 does not exist; check the Customizing for mimetype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CV_ATTACHMENTS009 - MIME type &1 does not exist; check the Customizing for mimetype ?

  The SAP error message CV_ATTACHMENTS009 indicates that the system is unable to find a valid MIME type for the specified file type. This typically occurs when you are trying to attach a file to a document or transaction in SAP, and the system does not recognize the file's MIME type.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined MIME type in the SAP system for the file type you are trying to attach. MIME types are used to specify the nature and format of a file, and if the system does not have a corresponding entry in its configuration, it will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and possibly configure the MIME types in your SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Find the MIME Type Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Document Management System -> Basic Settings -> Define MIME Types.
  
  
  
  Check Existing MIME Types:
  
  In the MIME Types configuration, check if the MIME type for the file you are trying to attach exists. The MIME type is usually in the format type/subtype (e.g., image/jpeg for JPEG images).
  
  
  
  Add a New MIME Type (if necessary):
  
  If the required MIME type does not exist, you can add it by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Enter the appropriate MIME type and description.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After adding or modifying the MIME types, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Attachment Again:
  
  Go back to the transaction where you encountered the error and try to attach the file again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MIME Types: MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) types are a way to describe the content type of a file. Common examples include:
  
  text/plain for plain text files
  application/pdf for PDF files
  image/png for PNG images
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional information or updates regarding MIME type handling in your specific version of SAP.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as there may be additional configuration or system-specific issues at play.