How To Fix HRFPM496 - Doc type &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 496

• Message text: Doc type &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM496 - Doc type &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM496, which states "Doc type &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with the Personnel Management (PM) or related functionalities. This error indicates that the document type specified (represented by &1) is not permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables or settings that restrict the use of certain document types.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or processes may restrict the use of specific document types based on the context (e.g., employee type, organizational unit).
  Incorrect Input: The document type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings