Message type: E = Error
Message class: /PM0/ABU_CORR -
Message number: 018
Message text: Invalid entry: Specify a correspondence type
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/PM0/ABU_CORR018
- Invalid entry: Specify a correspondence type ?The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_CORR018 Invalid entry: Specify a correspondence type typically occurs in the context of the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module, particularly when dealing with correspondence or notifications related to maintenance activities. This error indicates that a required field, specifically the "correspondence type," has not been filled in or is invalid.
Cause: Missing Correspondence Type: The most common cause is that the user has not specified a correspondence type when trying to create or process a correspondence document. Incorrect Configuration: The correspondence types may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to select a valid type. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain correspondence types. Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or an invalid entry in the field where the correspondence type is specified.
Solution: Specify a Correspondence Type: Ensure that you select a valid correspondence type from the dropdown menu or
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