How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BO013 - Document type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BO -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Document type & not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO013 - Document type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO013 Document type & not defined typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific document type that is being referenced in a process, such as creating or processing a document in the SAP system. This error can occur in various modules, particularly in Logistics or Document Management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type referenced in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight during system setup.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or program that is being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create documents of the specified type.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or transported, the document type configuration may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Document Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where document types are defined.
  Ensure that the document type in question is created and properly configured.
  For example, if it’s related to Logistics, you might need to check under the Logistics Execution or Material Management sections.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that the document type being used in the transaction is spelled correctly and matches the defined document types in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or access the document type.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a system upgrade or transport, check if the transport request containing the document type configuration was successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or SE11 (to check the data dictionary for document types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the document type error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /PLMI/DIR_BO013 Document type & not defined error message.