How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO027 - Document &1 is not a folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Document &1 is not a folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO027 - Document &1 is not a folder ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO027 Document &1 is not a folder typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a document in the SAP system that is expected to be a folder, but the system identifies it as a document instead. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using the Document Management System (DMS) or when working with document storage.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to access is not a folder but a regular document. This can happen if the document was incorrectly classified or if there is a misunderstanding about its type.
  Path Issues: The path you are trying to access may point to a document rather than a folder. This can occur if the path is hardcoded or if there are issues with the directory structure.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the folder, leading to confusion about the document type.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the DMS or the way documents and folders are set up in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check the document in question to confirm whether it is indeed a folder or a document. You can do this by navigating to the document management area and inspecting the properties of the document.
  Correct Path: Ensure that the path you are using to access the document is correct and points to a valid folder. If you are using a transaction or program that requires a folder path, make sure it is specified correctly.
  Check Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access the folder. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles and authorizations are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for accessing documents and folders.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to document management, such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document).
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles are properly configured in the SAP system to allow access to the necessary documents and folders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.