How To Fix PLM_DMS004 - For the object &1, no document assignment was maintained in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_DMS - Messages for PI Web Document Management

• Message number: 004

• Message text: For the object &1, no document assignment was maintained in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_DMS004 - For the object &1, no document assignment was maintained in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message PLM_DMS004 indicates that there is no document assignment maintained in the Customizing settings for the specified object. This error typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) when trying to link or manage documents associated with a specific object type in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a configuration that links the specific object type (represented by &1 in the error message) to the document management system. This means that the system does not know how to handle documents for that particular object type because the necessary settings have not been defined.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the document assignment in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Document Management:
  
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Define Document Assignment:
  
  Look for the section where you can define the document assignment for the specific object type that is causing the error. This may involve specifying which document types can be associated with the object type in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the object type you are working with is correctly configured to allow document assignments. You may need to create a new entry or modify an existing one to include the necessary document types.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Go back to the transaction or process that was generating the error and test to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring DMS and document assignments.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might 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 Basis or DMS functional team for further assistance.