How To Fix SRM_ECM_MSG148 - Creation of document &1 failed : Mime type not provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_ECM_MSG - Message Class for ECM

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Creation of document &1 failed : Mime type not provided

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG148 - Creation of document &1 failed : Mime type not provided ?

  The SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG148, which states "Creation of document &1 failed: Mime type not provided," typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an attempt to create a document (such as an attachment) without specifying the MIME type. The MIME type is essential for the system to understand the format of the document being uploaded or processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MIME Type: The primary cause of this error is that the MIME type for the document being uploaded is not provided or is incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the document management system or the SRM system that prevent the MIME type from being recognized.
  User Input Error: The user may not have selected the correct file type or may have uploaded a file that the system does not recognize.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Upload Process: Ensure that the document upload process includes a step to specify the MIME type. This can often be done through the user interface where the document is being uploaded.
  Verify File Type: Make sure that the file being uploaded is of a supported type and that the system can recognize it. Common MIME types include:
  
  application/pdf for PDF files
  image/jpeg for JPEG images
  application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document for Word documents
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SRM system to ensure that MIME types are correctly defined and mapped to the corresponding file types.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to upload documents and that there are no restrictions in place that could prevent the upload.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling MIME types in your version of SRM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: If possible, test the document upload functionality with different file types to identify if the issue is isolated to specific formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.