How To Fix MQ505 - A document type is required for adjustment category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 505

• Message text: A document type is required for adjustment category &

What causes this issue?

Documents are generated during reconciliation during the local currency
changeover. A document type must have been defined in Customizing for
these documents.

System Response

CASE &V2&.
WHEN 'REP'.
Program termination.
WHEN 'CUS'.
The data cannot be saved.
ENDCASE.

How to fix this error?

Enhance the document type for adjustment category &V1&.
CASE &V2&.
WHEN 'REP'.
Start the program again.
WHEN 'CUS'.
ENDCASE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ505 - A document type is required for adjustment category & ?

  The SAP error message MQ505 indicates that a document type is required for a specific adjustment category in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of materials management or inventory management. This error typically arises when trying to perform an adjustment (such as a stock adjustment) without having the necessary document type defined for the specified adjustment category.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The adjustment category you are trying to use does not have an associated document type defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the adjustment categories and document types may not be properly set up in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the required document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Document Type:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics > Materials Management > Inventory Management > Adjustments > Define Document Types for Adjustments.
  Check if the document type for the specified adjustment category is defined. If not, create a new document type and assign it to the adjustment category.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the adjustment category you are using is correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that all necessary settings related to document types and adjustment categories are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the adjustment. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the adjustment process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Adjustment Categories: These are used to classify different types of inventory adjustments (e.g., stock increases, stock decreases).
  Document Types: These are used to define the nature of the document being created in the system, which can include various parameters such as number ranges and posting rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.