How To Fix LCM_CONTEXT072 - Assigned phase document type &1 is not available in this Context

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_CONTEXT - Messages for LCM Context

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Assigned phase document type &1 is not available in this Context

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_CONTEXT072 - Assigned phase document type &1 is not available in this Context ?

  The SAP error message LCM_CONTEXT072 indicates that the assigned phase document type (denoted as &1 in the message) is not available in the current context. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Logistics Control Management (LCM) or during the execution of certain processes where specific document types are expected but not found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type specified in the error message is not defined in the system or is not available in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the LCM settings or the document type settings that prevent the system from recognizing the document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type.
  Context Misconfiguration: The context in which the document type is being called may not be set up correctly, leading to the unavailability of the document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Sales, etc.) and ensure that the document type is defined and active.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the document type settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Context Settings:
  
  Check the context settings in the LCM configuration to ensure that the document type is included in the relevant context.
  Ensure that the phase in which the document type is being used is correctly configured to recognize the document type.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the document type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to LCM and the specific document type to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the context is failing to recognize the document type. This may require technical assistance from an SAP developer or consultant.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE80 for development, and SU01 for user management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to LCM and the specific document type to find any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.