How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO047 - Document description should be maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Document description should be maintained.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO047 - Document description should be maintained. ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO047 Document description should be maintained typically occurs in the context of document management or when working with business objects in SAP. This error indicates that a required field, specifically the document description, has not been filled out or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Description: The primary cause of this error is that the document or business object you are trying to create or modify does not have a description entered in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a document description to be mandatory for certain document types or business objects.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the description while creating or editing the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Document Description:
  
  Navigate to the document or business object that triggered the error.
  Locate the field for the document description.
  Enter a meaningful description that complies with any character limits or formatting requirements.
  Save the changes and try to proceed with your action again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check if the document description is set as a mandatory field for the specific document type or business object.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to adjust the settings if they are too restrictive.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained to fill in all mandatory fields, including the document description, when creating or editing documents in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Document Management System, Business Object Management) for best practices on maintaining document descriptions.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the document description is properly maintained, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.