How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_INST_TRANS002 - Document structure &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_INST_TRANS -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Document structure &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_INST_TRANS002 - Document structure &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_INST_TRANS002 Document structure &1 is not active typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Product Data Management (PDM) when there is an issue with the document structure being referenced in a transaction or process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Document Structure: The document structure referenced by the identifier &1 is not active in the system. This could happen if the document structure was never activated, was deactivated, or if there are issues with the configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document management system or the specific document type being used.
  Transport Issues: If the document structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Document Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to document structures (e.g., CVD1 for document structure maintenance).
  Check if the document structure with the identifier &1 is listed and its status.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the document type and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the document structure is correctly assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the document structure was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully.
  Check if there are any missing objects or dependencies that need to be transported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to document structures in PLM/PDM for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CVD1, CVD2, and CVD3 for managing document structures.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User 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 resolve the error message regarding the inactive document structure in SAP.