/SAPCEM/BAPI039 - Document type &1 is an invalid shipping document type

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/BAPI -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Document type &1 is an invalid shipping document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI039 - Document type &1 is an invalid shipping document type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI039 Document type &1 is an invalid shipping document type typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Engagement Management (CEM) or related modules when there is an issue with the document type being used in a shipping or logistics process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction or BAPI call does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be set up in the relevant customizing settings in SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified document type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the document type being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it or configure it properly. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant logistics or shipping settings.
  Navigate to: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Basic Shipping Functions -> Define Shipping Document Types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the document type is entered correctly in the transaction or BAPI call.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on the specific document type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), and SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs for additional context around the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid shipping document type in SAP.