How To Fix DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES024 - Source document ID &1 should only be a folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES - Mobile Document DMs integration

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Source document ID &1 should only be a folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES024 - Source document ID &1 should only be a folder ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MDOC_MESSAGES024 indicates that the source document ID provided in the context of a Document Management System (DMS) operation is expected to be a folder, but it is not. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a folder as the source document, but the specified ID refers to a different type of document (e.g., a file or a non-folder object).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID provided does not correspond to a folder in the DMS.
  Misconfiguration: The system may be misconfigured, leading to incorrect document type associations.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly selected a document that is not a folder.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document ID: Check the document ID you are using to ensure it corresponds to a valid folder in the DMS. You can do this by navigating through the DMS interface to locate the folder.
  Use Correct ID: If you have mistakenly used a document ID that is not a folder, replace it with the correct folder ID.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the folder. Sometimes, access restrictions can lead to confusion about document types.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP DMS documentation for guidelines on how to properly reference folders and documents.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP DMS Overview: Understanding the structure of the Document Management System in SAP can help clarify how documents and folders are organized.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., CV01N for creating documents, CV02N for changing documents) that may help in managing documents and folders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DMS errors that may provide additional insights or patches for known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully work with the DMS in SAP.