How To Fix /IPRO/DBMC246 - Cannot create document from external data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IPRO/DBMC -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Cannot create document from external data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC246 - Cannot create document from external data ?

  The SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC246 Cannot create document from external data typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with external data sources. This error indicates that the system is unable to create a document from the specified external data source. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid External Data Source: The external data source may not be correctly configured or may not be accessible.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the external data or create documents.
  Data Format Issues: The format of the external data may not be compatible with the document creation process.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing access to the external data source.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the DMS or the specific document type being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check External Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify that the external data