How To Fix /SCDL/DL_CONF405 - Document type or item type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_CONF -

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Document type or item type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF405 - Document type or item type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF405 Document type or item type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified document type or item type in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Document Type/Item Type: The document type or item type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for document types or item types may not have been set up correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type or item type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that lead to the system not recognizing the document type or item type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type/Item Type: Verify that the document type or item type specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Check under the relevant sections for document types and item types.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type/Item Type: If the document type or item type does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the existing configuration to include the required types.
  
  Ensure that all necessary fields and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document type or item type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and configuration data to ensure there are no discrepancies. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring document types and item types.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.