How To Fix /DSD/OC005 - Determination of Item Type for Item &1 failed

/DSD/OC005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/OC -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Determination of Item Type for Item &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/OC005 - Determination of Item Type for Item &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/OC005 Determination of Item Type for Item &1 failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine the item type for a specific item during processing. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item type may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Item Master Data Issues: The item in question may not have the necessary master data set up, such as the item category or other relevant attributes.
  Incorrect Item Type Mapping: There may be an issue with how item types are mapped in the system, leading to the inability to determine the correct type for the item.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the item data,