How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BO143 - The document is not a part of any folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BO -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: The document is not a part of any folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO143 - The document is not a part of any folder ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BO143: The document is not a part of any folder typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with document links in SAP. This error indicates that the document you are trying to access or manipulate is not associated with any folder in the document management structure.
  Cause:
  
  Document Not Assigned to a Folder: The document you are trying to access has not been assigned to any folder in the DMS.
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID you are using may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document's metadata.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Assignment:
  
  Verify if the document is indeed assigned to a folder. You can do this by navigating to the DMS and checking the document's properties.
  If the document is not assigned to any folder, you can assign it to an appropriate folder.
  
  
  
  Verify Document ID:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct document ID. Double-check the ID for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Reassign Document:
  
  If the document is not part of any folder, you can manually assign it to a folder using the DMS transaction codes (like CV01N for creating documents or CV02N for changing documents).
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document and the folder. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust permissions.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CV01N - Create Document
  CV02N - Change Document
  CV03N - Display Document
  CVI1 - Document Info Record
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to DMS and document handling.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on DMS for best practices on document management and folder structures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.