How To Fix SIPT824 - Document & is not an external document; reclassify as unsigned document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Document & is not an external document; reclassify as unsigned document

What causes this issue?

You entered a document as an external document.
The document that you tried to enter may be:
- already an internal document
- already be an internal, signed document

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Reclassify the document as an unsigned document if it is not signed.
If the document is already an internal and signed document, you can just
use it directly as a reference without classifying it in this table.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check if system table VRBK contains this document, in this case the
document is internal, but needs to be signed - in which case you must
reclassify the document as an unsigned document.
Check if system table SIPT_VBRK contains this document, in which case it
does not need any classification and can be directly used as a reference
document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT824 - Document & is not an external document; reclassify as unsigned document ?

  The SAP error message SIPT824 indicates that a document is not recognized as an external document and suggests that it should be reclassified as an unsigned document. This error typically arises in the context of document management or when dealing with document types that are expected to be external but are not properly classified in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Document Classification Issue: The document in question may not have been classified correctly in the SAP system. It might be missing the necessary attributes or settings that define it as an external document.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type may not be configured to accept external documents, or there may be inconsistencies in the document type settings.
  Missing Metadata: Required metadata or attributes that identify the document as external may be missing or incorrectly set.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system (DMS) or the specific module you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reclassify the Document: Follow the instructions in the error message to reclassify the document as an unsigned document. This can typically be done through the document management interface in SAP.
  Check Document Type Settings: Review the configuration of the document type in SAP. Ensure that it is set up to accept external documents and that all necessary attributes are correctly defined.
  Verify Metadata: Check the metadata associated with the document. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the document is properly classified.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on document classification and management. This can provide insights into the specific requirements for external documents.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document management (e.g., CV01N for creating documents, CV02N for changing documents).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to classify and manage documents within the SAP system.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP DMS to better understand how to manage document classifications effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SIPT824 error and ensure that your documents are correctly classified within the SAP system.