How To Fix DMF_OUTBOUND636 - Customizing activity was used to determine the document type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Customizing activity was used to determine the document type.

What causes this issue?

All replication modes for outbound implementation SALES_ORDR use
customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.DMF_V_SO_DOC_TYP>Maintain Sales Order Document Types</>.

System Response

Document types entered are used to select sales orders for processing
via the outbound implementation SALES_ORDR.

How to fix this error?

To display or edit the document types that are considered for Outbound
Implementation SALES_ORDR, use the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.DMF_V_SO_DOC_TYP>Maintain Sales Order Document Types</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND636 - Customizing activity was used to determine the document type. ?

  The SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND636 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of document types in the Data Management Framework (DMF) for outbound processing. This error typically arises when the system is unable to determine the appropriate document type for a specific outbound process due to missing or incorrect customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The document type may not be defined in the customizing settings for the DMF.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the document type may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how data is mapped to the document types in the DMF.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for DMF.
  Ensure that the document types are correctly defined and mapped to the appropriate outbound processes.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type you are trying to use is active and properly configured.
  Check if all required fields and parameters for the document type are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  Review the data mapping settings in the DMF to ensure that the data being processed corresponds to the expected document types.
  Make sure that the source data is correctly formatted and contains all necessary information.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access and use the document types in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring document types in DMF.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the document type can now be determined correctly during the outbound process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), DMF (Data Management Framework), and others that may be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DMF and document types that may provide additional insights or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional help and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in DMF and document management processes.