How To Fix /PLMI/BO_DIR_26288 - Link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_DIR_26 -

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26288 - Link to SAP object & is not allowed for document type & ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26288 typically indicates that there is an issue with linking a document to a specific object type in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of document management or when trying to associate documents with business objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are trying to link may not be allowed for the specific business object you are working with. Each document type in SAP can have specific configurations that restrict its use with certain object types.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the linking of documents to the specified object type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to link documents to the specified object type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document management and check if the document type you are trying to use is allowed for the object type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Object Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the object type you are trying to link the document to is configured to accept the document type you are using.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to verify these settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  If necessary, request additional authorizations from your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document management and object linking for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OAC0 (for document type settings), and SU53 (to check authorization issues).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or document management issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community 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 the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.