How To Fix EBR525 - Define document types for attachments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 525

• Message text: Define document types for attachments

What causes this issue?

No document types have been defined for attachments in your system. For
this reason, you cannot archive attachments of the batch record.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you need to archive attachments, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

RESET N1
In Customizing for <LS>ArchiveLink</>, activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_SALDOKARTENOAC2>Maintain Document Types</>, define
document types for the attachments you want to archive.
In Customizing for <LS>Batch Records</>, activity
<DS:SIMG.PPPI_PD_230>Define Links to Content Servers</>, link these
document types to object type BUS3051 and your content server.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR525 - Define document types for attachments ?

  The SAP error message EBR525, which states "Define document types for attachments," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for document types related to attachments in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or other related areas.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document types for attachments have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for document management or the specific application area may not be properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or define document types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EBR525 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Document Types:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path for document types. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Environment, Health and Safety ? Basic Data and Tools ? Document Management ? Define Document Types.
  
  
  Here, you can create or modify document types as needed. Ensure that the document types required for attachments are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations:
  
  Review the existing document types to ensure they are correctly set up and active.
  Make sure that the document types are linked to the appropriate application areas.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to create or manage document types.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring document types in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP EHS and document management to better understand the configuration and usage of document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EBR525 error and ensure that document types for attachments are properly defined in your SAP system.