How To Fix O9063 - Enter the document type for document &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Enter the document type for document &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9063 - Enter the document type for document & ?

  The SAP error message O9063, which states "Enter the document type for document &," typically occurs when a user is trying to create or process a document (such as an invoice, purchase order, etc.) in SAP, but the system requires a document type to be specified, and it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The most common cause of this error is that the document type field is left blank or not filled in correctly when creating or processing a document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of document types in the SAP system, such as missing entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create documents of a certain type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not be handling document types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Document Type: Ensure that you enter a valid document type in the relevant field when creating or processing the document. This is usually a dropdown or selection field where you can choose the appropriate document type.
  Check Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for document types in the relevant module (e.g., FI, MM, SD). Ensure that the document types are correctly defined and active.
  
  You can check this in the configuration settings under:
  
  FI: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types
  MM: SPRO > Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types
  
  
  
  
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the document type in question. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system logs or additional error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the document type you are working with, different transaction codes may be relevant (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, FB60 for vendor invoices).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O9063 error and successfully enter the required document type.