How To Fix /SCDL/AF007 - Document category &1 has no follow-on doc. category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Document category &1 has no follow-on doc. category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF007 - Document category &1 has no follow-on doc. category ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF007 Document category &1 has no follow-on doc. category typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with document categories in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified document category does not have a defined follow-on document category, which is necessary for certain processes or workflows.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document category specified in the error message does not have a follow-on document category assigned in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Document Category: The document category being referenced may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling document categories correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document categories in SAP.
  Ensure that the document category specified in the error message has a valid follow-on document category assigned.
  You can typically find this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Document Categories.
  
  
  
  Assign Follow-On Document Category:
  
  If the follow-on document category is missing, you will need to create or assign a valid follow-on document category to the specified document category.
  
  
  
  Validate Document Category Usage:
  
  Ensure that the document category is being used correctly in the relevant transactions or processes.
  Check if there are any specific requirements or dependencies for the document category in your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document management and categories for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAC3 (for document categories) or OAC2 (for document types) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles document categories and their relationships.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the document categories work as expected in the relevant business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your document categories are properly configured in SAP.