How To Fix EDESK_BE_DMS013 - URL for document &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_BE_DMS - Engineering Desktop: Back End Document

• Message number: 013

• Message text: URL for document &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_BE_DMS013 - URL for document &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_BE_DMS013 indicates that the URL for a document is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) functionalities within SAP, where the system is unable to access a document due to an incorrect or malformed URL.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect URL Format: The URL provided for the document may not be formatted correctly or may contain typographical errors.
  Document Not Found: The document may have been moved, deleted, or not uploaded correctly, leading to an invalid URL.
  Access Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document, which can sometimes result in an invalid URL error.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing access to the document's location.
  Configuration Issues: The DMS or the related system configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in generating valid URLs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the URL: Check the URL for any typographical errors or formatting issues. Ensure that it points to the correct document.
  Check Document Existence: Confirm that the document exists in the specified location and has not been moved or deleted.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in SAP.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection to ensure that there are no issues preventing access to the document.
  Configuration Review: Review the DMS configuration settings in SAP to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings for document storage and retrieval.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for additional troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) to manage documents in DMS.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.