How To Fix ST385 - The table of valid entries for docu classes has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 385

• Message text: The table of valid entries for docu classes has not been maintained

What causes this issue?

The table of possible entries for valid documentation classes has not
been maintained.

System Response

You must enter source information when you create a new terminology
concept. If the possible entries for documentation classes are not
available, you can only enter source information manually as text.

Procedure for System Administrators

Ask the SAPterm administrator to make the necessary settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST385 - The table of valid entries for docu classes has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message ST385 indicates that the table of valid entries for document classes has not been maintained. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage documents in SAP, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the document class you are using.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of valid entries in the configuration table for document classes. This can happen if:
  
  The document class you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  The necessary entries for the document class are missing or incorrectly configured.
  There may be a transport issue where the configuration has not been moved to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the table of valid entries for document classes. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document management or document classes. This is usually found under:
  
  Cross-Application Components -> Document Management -> Document Classes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Document Classes:
  
  Look for the option to maintain document classes or valid entries.
  Ensure that the document class you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  If it is missing, you will need to create a new entry for the document class.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes have been transported to the quality or production environment correctly.
  Check the transport logs for any issues related to the document class configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG.
  OAC0: Directly access the document class configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document management and configuration of document classes.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance, or consult SAP support for further guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ST385 error and maintain the necessary configurations for document classes in your SAP system.