How To Fix /SMB/BB_BUILDER066 - Unknown documentation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_BUILDER -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Unknown documentation type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER066 - Unknown documentation type ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER066 Unknown documentation type typically occurs in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or related SAP applications when the system encounters a documentation type that it does not recognize or that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Documentation Type: The documentation type being referenced in the transaction or process is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the documentation type is not properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect or misspelled documentation type.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary documentation types may not have been included in the customization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Documentation Types: Verify the documentation types configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Define Missing Documentation Type: If the documentation type is indeed missing, you may need to define it in the system. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the configuration settings for documentation types.
  Creating a new entry for the required documentation type.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that the documentation type entered is correct and matches the defined types in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the expected documentation types for the specific process you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to documentation management in your SAP environment.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify documentation types.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.