How To Fix LCM_CONTEXT071 - Choose a document type available in the Context

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_CONTEXT - Messages for LCM Context

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Choose a document type available in the Context

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_CONTEXT071 - Choose a document type available in the Context ?

  The SAP error message LCM_CONTEXT071 typically occurs in the context of document management or when working with document types in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting you to select a document type that is available in the current context, but the document type you are trying to use is not valid or not available.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type you are trying to select is not defined in the current context or is not available for the operation you are performing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document management settings that prevent the document type from being recognized.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain document types.
  Context Mismatch: The context in which you are trying to select the document type may not support the document type you are attempting to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Available Document Types: Verify the list of document types that are available in the current context. You can usually find this in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  Select a Valid Document Type: Ensure that you are selecting a document type that is valid for the operation you are performing. If necessary, consult the documentation or your SAP support team for guidance on which document types are appropriate.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings for document management in SAP to ensure that the document types are correctly defined and available in the context you are working in.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the document types you are trying to use. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust your authorizations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of SAP to understand the context and configuration of document types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to document management, such as OAC0 (for document type configuration) or OAC3 (for document type assignment).
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.