How To Fix GK855 - Document & cannot be used as a template due to inconsistent doc. type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Document & cannot be used as a template due to inconsistent doc. type.

What causes this issue?

You have selected a document with posting level &V3& as a template.
This posting level is different from that of
<DS:GLOS.document_type>document type</> &V2& (posting level &V4&).
If you change document type settings when documents with this type
already exist, inconsistencies occur during document referencing. Such
changes are therefore not allowed.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings for document type &V2& by changing the posting
level &V3&.
If necessary, select a different document type and/or document number
which matches the settings of the template document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK855 - Document & cannot be used as a template due to inconsistent doc. type. ?

  The SAP error message GK855 indicates that a document cannot be used as a template due to an inconsistency in the document type. This typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to create a new document based on an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Document Type: The document you are trying to use as a template has a document type that does not match the expected type for the operation you are performing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define which document types can be used as templates.
  Document Status: The status of the document may not allow it to be used as a template (e.g., it may be archived or in a locked state).
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the document type as a template.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify the document type of the document you are trying to use as a template. Ensure it matches the expected document type for the operation.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the document type is set up correctly and is allowed to be used as a template.
  Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows it to be used as a template. If it is archived or locked, you may need to unlock or unarchive it.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to use the document type as a template. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on document types and templates in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., OAC2 for document types) that may help in troubleshooting the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.