How To Fix D9460 - Data carrier not determined as DMS document type &1 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Data carrier not determined as DMS document type &1 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9460 - Data carrier not determined as DMS document type &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message D9460, which states "Data carrier not determined as DMS document type &1 not maintained," typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) when the system is unable to determine the appropriate data carrier for a specific document type. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type specified in the error message (&1) is not properly configured in the DMS settings. This means that the system does not know how to handle documents of this type.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Data Carrier Not Defined: The data carrier (e.g., storage location, file system, etc.) for the specified document type has not been defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMS configuration settings in SAP.
  Navigate to the document type settings and ensure that the document type specified in the error message is maintained.
  If it is not maintained, you will need to create or modify the document type to include the necessary data carrier settings.
  
  
  
  Define Data Carrier:
  
  Ensure that the data carrier for the document type is defined. This can typically be done in the DMS configuration under the relevant settings for data carriers.
  Make sure that the data carrier is linked to the document type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify DMS settings. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to issues in maintaining document types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining document types and data carriers in DMS.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OAC3 (for document type configuration) or OAC2 (for data carrier configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the D9460 error and ensure that your DMS document types are properly configured.