How To Fix /STTPEC/INT_MSG109 - Enter valid document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/INT_MSG -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Enter valid document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/INT_MSG109 - Enter valid document type ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/INT_MSG109 Enter valid document type typically occurs when a user attempts to process a document in the SAP system, but the document type entered is either invalid or not recognized by the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of a document in a specific module (e.g., Finance, Sales, etc.).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the transaction being performed.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or organizational unit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type.
  Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors or incorrect formatting when entering the document type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check the document type you are entering. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and is valid for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the document type is defined and configured correctly.
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the appropriate company code or organizational unit.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid document types for that context.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or configure document types (e.g., OBY6 for document types in Financial Accounting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the document type error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering document types to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your work in SAP.