How To Fix ME747 - No default value found for the document type

ME747 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 747

• Message text: No default value found for the document type

What causes this issue?

During automatic purchasing document creation, the system requires a
default value for the document type, which could not be found.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing for Purchasing under 'Define Default Values for Document
Type', enter a default value for transaction MB01 (regardless of whether
you work with transaction MB01 or MIGO).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME747 - No default value found for the document type ?

  The SAP error message ME747 ("No default value found for the document type") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a default document type for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type may not be configured in the system for the specific purchasing organization or company code.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a default document type assigned.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like vendor or material master) may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive a document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the default document type determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in