How To Fix RSAU121 - Error in the document maintenance (BDS).

RSAU121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Error in the document maintenance (BDS).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU121 - Error in the document maintenance (BDS). ?

  The SAP error message RSAU121, which indicates "Error in the document maintenance (BDS)," typically occurs in the context of the Business Document Service (BDS) when there is an issue with document management or document storage in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes of RSAU121 Error
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the BDS configuration can lead to this error. This includes issues with document types, storage categories, or the document management system (DMS) settings.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform document maintenance tasks. This can include missing roles or permissions related to BDS.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Document Storage Issues: If the document storage location is not correctly set up or if there are issues with the file system where documents are