How To Fix OA787 - No document can be stored for the selected object


OA787 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

  • Message number: 787

  • Message text: No document can be stored for the selected object

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  • What causes this issue?

    Although there are document types assigned to the selected object, they
    do not permit direct storing of a document.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Please check the relevant protocol settings of the content server to
    which the document type is assigned.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA787 - No document can be stored for the selected object ?
    The SAP error message OA787 ("No document can be stored for the selected object") typically occurs when you are trying to attach a document to an object in SAP, but the system is unable to process the request. This can happen for several reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
    Causes:
    
    Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly for the object type you are working with.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to attach documents to the selected object.
    Object Type Restrictions: The specific object type may not support document attachment due to system settings or configurations.
    Missing Customizing Settings: The necessary customizing settings for document management may not be in place.
    Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system or the document management system (DMS).
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check Document Type Configuration:
    
    Go to the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO)

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