How To Fix UCFT604 - Specify a document type

UCFT604 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFT - Messages for Data Entry

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Specify a document type

What causes this issue?

You have added an entry for documents in the data collection method.
However, you have not specified a
<DS:GLOS.92FA4F84C681D511B1250008C784EFB1>document type</>.

System Response

The data collection method cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a document type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFT604 - Specify a document type ?

  The SAP error message UCFT604, which states "Specify a document type," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or document postings where a document type is required but not provided. This error can arise in various SAP modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a document type to be specified for a transaction, but it is either missing or not correctly configured. Document types are essential in SAP as they define the nature of the transaction, such as whether it is an invoice, credit memo, or payment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCFT604 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Ensure that you are entering the transaction correctly and that you have selected the appropriate document type. If you are using a custom transaction or program, verify that the document type field is included and populated.
  
  
  Specify Document Type: If you are in