How To Fix INDEXING200 - Document class &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INDEXING - Messages that Occur During Indexing

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Document class &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INDEXING200 - Document class &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "INDEXING200 Document class &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of document management or when working with the SAP ArchiveLink functionality. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a document class that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Class: The specified document class (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the document management settings or the ArchiveLink settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document class.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the document class name being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Class Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OAC0 (for Document Class Configuration).
  Verify if the document class exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, ensure that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create Document Class:
  
  If the document class does not exist, you can create it in the same transaction (OAC0).
  Define the necessary attributes and settings for the document class.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document class.
  You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or report, review the code to ensure that the document class name is being referenced correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on document classes and ArchiveLink configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAC0: Document Class Configuration
  OAC3: ArchiveLink Settings
  SCDO: Document Management System (DMS) settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "INDEXING200 Document class &1 does not exist" error in your SAP system.