How To Fix EDOCUMENT_CL003 - DTE Type could not be determined for Delivery Type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_CL - EDOCUMENT_CL

• Message number: 003

• Message text: DTE Type could not be determined for Delivery Type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_CL003 - DTE Type could not be determined for Delivery Type &1 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_CL003 indicates that the system is unable to determine the Document Type (DTE Type) for a specific Delivery Type. This error typically arises in the context of electronic document processing, particularly when dealing with electronic invoicing or document compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for the Document Type (DTE Type) related to the specific Delivery Type is missing or not properly set up in the system.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an incorrect mapping between the Delivery Type and the Document Type in the configuration settings.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be correctly handling the mapping of Delivery Types to Document Types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from determining the correct Document Type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for electronic documents in your SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the Document Type (DTE Type) is correctly configured for the specific Delivery Type in question.
  Verify that all necessary settings, such as the mapping of Delivery Types to Document Types, are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping:
  
  Check the mapping tables or settings that link Delivery Types to Document Types. Ensure that the Delivery Type you are using is correctly associated with a valid Document Type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to electronic document processing for any specific requirements or configurations that may be needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the determination of Document Types based on Delivery Types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data and transactional data to ensure there are no inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system can now determine the Document Type correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to electronic document processing, such as OBA5 (for document types) or other relevant configuration transactions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and mapping, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EDOCUMENT_CL003 error in your SAP system.