How To Fix CV_ATTACHMENTS020 - No Document Info Record found for object type '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CV_ATTACHMENTS - Message class for CV attachments

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No Document Info Record found for object type '&1'

What causes this issue?

No Document Info Record found for object type '&V1&' and object key '
&V2&&V3&'

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CV_ATTACHMENTS020 - No Document Info Record found for object type '&1' ?

  The SAP error message CV_ATTACHMENTS020 indicates that the system could not find a Document Info Record (DIR) for the specified object type. This typically occurs when you are trying to attach documents or access document management functionalities in SAP, and the system is unable to locate the necessary metadata associated with the object.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Document Info Record: The Document Info Record for the specified object type does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the operation may be incorrect or not supported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Document Info Record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Document Management System (DMS) settings or the object type settings.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Info Record:
  
  Verify if the Document Info Record exists for the specified object type. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CV03N for displaying documents) and checking if the DIR is available.
  
  
  
  Create Document Info Record:
  
  If the DIR does not exist, you may need to create it. Use transaction CV01N to create a new Document Info Record for the relevant object type.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the object type you are using is correct and supported. Check the configuration settings for the object type in the DMS.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Document Info Record. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the Document Management System. Ensure that the object types and their associated settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CV01N: Create Document Info Record
  CV02N: Change Document Info Record
  CV03N: Display Document Info Record
  
  
  Object Types: Familiarize yourself with the object types used in your organization’s DMS setup, as they can vary based on configuration.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on Document Management System functionalities and configurations.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.