How To Fix D9454 - No document type specified for determining the DMS document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 454

• Message text: No document type specified for determining the DMS document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9454 - No document type specified for determining the DMS document type ?

  The SAP error message D9454, which states "No document type specified for determining the DMS document type," typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) functionalities within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate document type for a DMS document because the required document type has not been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The most common cause of this error is that the document type has not been defined in the transaction or configuration where it is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to DMS, such as missing entries in the customizing settings for document types.
  User Input Error: The user may not have entered the document type in the relevant fields when trying to create or manage a document.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create documents of a certain type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Document Type: Ensure that the document type is specified in the relevant transaction. When creating or managing a document, check if there is a field for document type and fill it in appropriately.
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the DMS settings.
  Ensure that the document types are correctly defined and that the necessary configurations are in place.
  Check the settings under Document Management -> Document Types to ensure that the document types you are trying to use are properly configured.
  
  
  Review User Input: Double-check the input fields in the transaction to ensure that all required fields, including the document type, are filled out correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage the document types in question. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or DMS administrator for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DMS and error D9454 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the D9454 error message in SAP.