How To Fix OQ_I101 - Document type & was determined from doc.key & that does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_I - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool for Settlement and Invoicing

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Document type & was determined from doc.key & that does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_I101 - Document type & was determined from doc.key & that does not exist ?

  The SAP error message OQ_I101 indicates that a document type was determined from the document key, but it does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when creating or processing sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactional documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Type: The document type that the system is trying to use does not exist in the configuration. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incorrect entry in the document type settings.
  Incorrect Document Key: The document key being referenced may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling document types correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the document type was recently transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  Verify that the document type in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Key:
  
  Check the document key being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to a valid document type.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is correctly determining and using the document type.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the document type was recently added or modified, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional insights or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration), SE11 (to check table definitions), or SE80 (to review custom developments).
  Tables: Relevant tables may include T003 (Document Types) and others specific to the module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message OQ_I101 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.