How To Fix DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES008 - Document structure does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES - Mobile Document DMs integration

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Document structure does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES008 - Document structure does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES008 ("Document structure does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) when you are trying to access or manipulate a document structure that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Structure: The document structure you are trying to access has not been created or defined in the DMS.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the document structure is not properly linked to the document type or the relevant application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database or missing entries that are required for the document structure to function correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Document Structure:
  
  Navigate to the DMS configuration settings and ensure that the required document structure is created. This can typically be done in transaction code OAD (DMS Customizing).
  Define the document structure