How To Fix SLS_LO_OIF014 - Document type &1 does not support copying from any billing document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LO_OIF - Messages for FPM LORD UI

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Document type &1 does not support copying from any billing document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LO_OIF014 - Document type &1 does not support copying from any billing document type ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LO_OIF014 indicates that the document type specified (represented by &1) does not support copying from any billing document type. This error typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes when trying to create a document (like a sales order or delivery) based on an existing billing document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use does not have the necessary configuration to allow copying from billing documents. This could be due to settings in the document type configuration in the SAP system.
  Incompatible Document Types: The document type you are trying to copy from may not be compatible with the document type you are trying to create. For example, certain billing document types may not be allowed to copy into specific sales order types.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in your SAP system, they may have altered the standard behavior of document types and their copying capabilities.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to create allows copying from the billing document type you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Copy Control Settings:
  
  In the same configuration area, check the Copy Control settings for the relevant document types.
  Use transaction code VTAA (for sales documents) or VTLA (for delivery documents) to review the copy control settings.
  Ensure that the source billing document type is correctly mapped to the target document type and that the necessary fields are set to allow copying.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific document types and their copying capabilities to understand any limitations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access to the configuration settings.
  VTAA/VTLA: Copy control settings for sales and delivery documents.
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and examples related to document types and copy control.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If there are custom developments, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the copying process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.