How To Fix /SCDL/BC001 - Document category not populated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BC -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Document category not populated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BC001 - Document category not populated ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BC001 Document category not populated typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a document or transaction is being processed, but the required document category has not been specified or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document category may not be configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have forgotten to enter the document category when creating or processing a document.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly populating the document category.
  Master Data Issues: Related master data (like product or location) may not have the necessary attributes set up, leading to the document category not being derived.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the document categories are defined correctly.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area for document management.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that when creating or processing documents, the document category field is filled in. If it is a mandatory field, the system should prompt for it.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly populates the document category. Debugging may be necessary to identify where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Master Data Check:
  
  Verify that all relevant master data is correctly maintained. Check if the document category can be derived from the master data and ensure that all necessary attributes are set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE80 for development, and SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to the error message or document category issues.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.