How To Fix SD063 - Choose a document class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Choose a document class

What causes this issue?

You have not selected a document class for creating the work list.

System Response

The work list cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Select one or more document classes and repeat the call.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD063 - Choose a document class ?

  The SAP error message SD063, which states "Choose a document class," typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when a user is trying to create or process a document (like a sales order, delivery, or invoice) and the system requires a document class to be specified.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Document Class: The document class is not defined or is missing in the configuration for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type or the transaction type may not be properly configured to allow for the selection of a document class.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document classes available in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD063 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Sales and Distribution (SD) and check the settings for document classes.
  Ensure that the document classes are defined and properly assigned to the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Assign Document Class:
  
  If you are creating a new document type, ensure that you assign a valid document class to it.
  You can do this in the configuration settings under "Sales and Distribution" -> "Basic Functions" -> "Document Management" -> "Define Document Classes".
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document classes.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is correctly configured to allow for the selection of a document class.
  This can also be checked in the SPRO configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VA01 for creating sales orders, or VL01N for creating deliveries, depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to document classes and the SD063 error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SD063 error and proceed with your document processing in SAP.