How To Fix /PM0/ABU_CORR018 - Invalid entry: Specify a correspondence type

/PM0/ABU_CORR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_CORR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Invalid entry: Specify a correspondence type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /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