How To Fix DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES015 - No root or private folders exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES - Mobile Document DMs integration

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No root or private folders exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES015 - No root or private folders exist ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES015 indicates that there are no root or private folders available in the Document Management System (DMS). This can occur when a user tries to access or create documents in DMS but the necessary folder structure is not set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Folder Structure: The user does not have any root or private folders created in the DMS.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create folders.
  Configuration Issues: The DMS may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Root or Private Folders:
  
  Navigate to the DMS transaction (e.g., CV01N for creating documents).
  Check if you can create a new folder. If not, you may need to create a root folder first.
  Use transaction CV02N to create a new folder or check existing folders.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create folders in DMS.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Verify that the DMS is correctly configured in your SAP system.
  Check the settings in transaction OAC0 (Document Management System Configuration) to ensure that the DMS is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on setting up DMS and creating folders.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMS Transactions: Familiarize yourself with key DMS transactions such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document).
  Folder Structure: Understand the importance of having a well-defined folder structure in DMS for effective document management.
  User Roles: Review the roles assigned to users in the SAP system to ensure they align with the required access levels for DMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage documents within the SAP DMS.