How To Fix DMS_VEG_MSG038 - Enter document number and document type

DMS_VEG_MSG038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_VEG_MSG - Message Class for DMS VEG Connector

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Enter document number and document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_VEG_MSG038 - Enter document number and document type ?

  The SAP error message DMS_VEG_MSG038 ("Enter document number and document type") typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) transactions when the system expects a document number and document type to be provided, but they are missing or not entered correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered a document number or document type in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Field Configuration: The fields for document number and document type may not be configured correctly in the transaction screen.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create documents in the DMS.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the DMS settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Required Fields: Ensure that both the document number and document type are entered in the respective fields before executing the transaction.
  Check Field Configuration: Verify that the fields for document number and document type are correctly configured and visible in