How To Fix /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION838 - Cannot add document type &1 number &2 part &3 version &4

/PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION838 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION -

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Cannot add document type &1 number &2 part &3 version &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION838 - Cannot add document type &1 number &2 part &3 version &4 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION838 indicates that there is an issue with adding a document type in the context of a migration process. This error typically arises during the migration of documents or data within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with document management or records management.
  
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to add may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Existing Document: There may already be an existing document with the same type, number, part, and version in the system, which prevents the addition of a new document.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations to add the document type.
  
  
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  
  
  System Settings: Certain system