How To Fix HRPIQ000143 - You cannot assign this document type to the application type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 143

• Message text: You cannot assign this document type to the application type

What causes this issue?

You have assigned an invalid document type to the application type.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000143 - You cannot assign this document type to the application type ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000143, which states "You cannot assign this document type to the application type," typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Student Lifecycle Management (SLC). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the document type you are trying to use and the application type that is currently configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The document type you are trying to assign may not be configured for the specific application type in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be valid for the context in which you are trying to use it.
  Missing Customization: There may be missing entries in the customizing settings that link document types to application types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is correctly configured for the application type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Verify Application Type:
  
  Confirm that you are using the correct application type for the document type you are trying to assign.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or configuration guides to understand the valid combinations of document types and application types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customizing Settings:
  
  If you find that the document type is not linked to the application type, you may need to create or adjust the customizing settings to establish this link.
  This can typically be done in the IMG under the relevant HR or SLC settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or S_AHR_61016300 (for HR document types) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and application types in the context of HR or SLC.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HR module support team for further assistance.