How To Fix RAP_SD_SLS_COMMON002 - Sales document type &1 is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RAP_SD_SLS_COMMON -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Sales document type &1 is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RAP_SD_SLS_COMMON002 - Sales document type &1 is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message RAP_SD_SLS_COMMON002 indicates that the sales document type specified in your transaction is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of sales order processing within the SAP system, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA system with the Rapid Application Programming (RAP) model.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The sales document type may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the sales document type configuration.
  Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the specified sales document type.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or validation checks in place that restrict the use of certain sales document types under specific conditions.
  Incorrect Input: The sales document type being used may be incorrect or not applicable for the current transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for sales document types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  Ensure that the sales document type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to work with the specified sales document type.
  You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Validate Business Rules:
  
  Review any custom business rules or validations that may be in place for the sales document type. This may involve checking user exits, BAdIs, or custom logic that could restrict the use of certain document types.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input data for the transaction. Ensure that the sales document type is valid and applicable for the current context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional insights on the specific sales document type and its allowed operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.