How To Fix EBR083 - First select a document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 083

• Message text: First select a document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR083 - First select a document type ?

  The SAP error message EBR083, which states "First select a document type," typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to create or process a document in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to select a document type before proceeding with the action you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a document type in the relevant field before trying to execute a function that requires it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to select a document type.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Document Type: 
  
  Go back to the screen where the error occurred and ensure that you select a valid document type from the dropdown or selection list before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the document type settings in the relevant configuration area (e.g., in the Document Management System or the specific module you are working in) to ensure that document types are properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the document types. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for document type selection.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to document management or other modules (e.g., MM, SD, FI).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of selecting document types and the implications of not doing so.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EBR083 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.