How To Fix PLM_DMS006 - No Customizing for the document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No Customizing for the document type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_DMS006 - No Customizing for the document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_DMS006 ("No Customizing for the document type &1") typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for a specific document type. This can happen during various operations, such as creating or managing documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The document type specified in the error message has not been configured in the SAP system. This means that the system does not know how to handle documents of that type.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were transported from another system, there may have been an issue during the transport process, leading to missing configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLM_DMS006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Document Management > Basic Settings > Define Document Types.
  Verify if the document type mentioned in the error message exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you define all necessary attributes for the document type.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify the settings to ensure they meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the document type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DMS and document types for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) for managing documents in DMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DMS and document types that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PLM_DMS006 error in your SAP system.