How To Fix DMS_MESSAGES008 - Document type &1 does not have &2 as release status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Document type &1 does not have &2 as release status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MESSAGES008 - Document type &1 does not have &2 as release status ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MESSAGES008 indicates that a specific document type does not have the required release status for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) when you attempt to release or process a document that does not meet the necessary criteria.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Document Type Configuration: The document type you are working with is not configured to have the specified release status.
  Missing Release Status: The document may not have been properly released or may be in a status that does not allow further processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the document.
  Workflow Issues: If the document is part of a workflow, it may not have reached the required status due to workflow constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in SAP DMS.
  Ensure that the document type is set up to allow the specified release status.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Status:
  
  Check the current status of the document in question.
  If the document is not in the correct status, you may need to change its status or release it properly.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to change the document status.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Status:
  
  If the document is part of a workflow, check the workflow status to ensure it has progressed to the required stage.
  You may need to complete previous steps in the workflow before the document can be released.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to DMS and document types for additional guidance on release statuses and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), or CV03N (Display Document) to manage documents in DMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to DMS and document statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.