How To Fix EDOCUMENT116 - Action &1 not defined in the EDOACTIONV view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Action &1 not defined in the EDOACTIONV view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT116 - Action &1 not defined in the EDOACTIONV view ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT116 indicates that an action specified in the Electronic Document Management (EDM) system is not defined in the view EDOACTIONV. This error typically arises when the system is trying to execute an action that has not been configured or is missing from the action definition table.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Action Definition: The action you are trying to perform is not defined in the EDOACTIONV view. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry.
  Incorrect Action Code: The action code being used may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the action was recently added or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Action Definitions:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the view EDOACTIONV to see if the action you are trying to perform is listed.
  If it is not listed, you will need to define the action in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Action:
  
  If the action is missing, you can define it using transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Electronic Document Management and add the necessary action.
  
  
  
  Verify Action Code:
  
  Ensure that the action code you are using is correct. Cross-reference it with the documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the action was recently added or modified, ensure that the transport requests have been properly imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Electronic Document Management for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the action has the necessary authorizations to perform that action.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the Electronic Document Management documentation for configuration steps and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team for further investigation.