How To Fix DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES006 - Maintain storage category and document type in Customizing; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES - Mobile Document DMs integration

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Maintain storage category and document type in Customizing; see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES006 - Maintain storage category and document type in Customizing; see long text ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES006 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the Document Management System (DMS) in SAP. Specifically, it suggests that the storage category and document type have not been properly maintained in the system's Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The document type you are trying to use is not linked to a valid storage category.
  The storage category itself has not been defined or is incorrectly configured in the system.
  There may be missing authorizations or settings that prevent the proper linking of document types and storage categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform the following steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Navigate to DMS Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Document Types.
  Here, you can check if the document type you are trying to use is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Storage Categories:
  
  Navigate to: Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Storage Categories.
  Ensure that the storage category you want to use is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Link Document Types to Storage Categories:
  
  In the same area, you may need to link the document type to the appropriate storage category. This is usually done in the configuration settings for document types.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage documents in the DMS.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or manage a document again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for DMS for detailed guidance on configuring document types and storage categories.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC0 (for document types) and OAC2 (for storage categories).
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your DMS configuration is set up correctly.