How To Fix UCS0158 - Document type &2 is not valid for task &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Document type &2 is not valid for task &1

What causes this issue?

Task &V1& is assigned to an invalid document type &V2&.

System Response

Task cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

In the customizing settings for consolidation, assign a valid document
type to task &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0158 - Document type &2 is not valid for task &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCS0158 indicates that the document type specified in the system is not valid for the task you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of document management or workflow processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type you are trying to use is not configured for the specific task or process you are working on.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant workflow or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type for the task.
  Task-Specific Restrictions: Certain tasks may have restrictions on which document types can be used, and the document type you are trying to use does not meet those criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (transaction code OAC2 or similar).
  Verify that the document type you are using is correctly configured and is valid for the task you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Task Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific task (transaction or process) to see if there are restrictions on the document types that can be used.
  Ensure that the document type is included in the allowed list for that task.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the document type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific task and document type to understand any limitations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC2 (for document type configuration) and others related to the specific task you are working on.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message UCS0158, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.