How To Fix V1745 - Sales document type & is not defined as target document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Sales document type & is not defined as target document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1745 - Sales document type & is not defined as target document type ?

  The SAP error message V1745 indicates that the sales document type you are trying to use is not defined as a target document type in the system. This typically occurs during the process of copying or converting one sales document type into another, such as when creating a sales order from a quotation or a sales order from a contract.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The sales document type you are trying to use is not configured in the system as a valid target document type for the operation you are performing.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization settings in the SAP system for the sales document types may not have been set up correctly.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use may not be intended for the operation you are performing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1745 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  Verify that the sales document type you are trying to use is listed as a valid target document type for the source document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Define Target Document Types:
  
  If the target document type is not defined, you will need to add it. This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the document types.
  Ensure that the target document type is correctly configured with all necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Check Copy Control Settings:
  
  In the same IMG area, navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Maintain Copy Control for Sales Documents.
  Check the copy control settings between the source and target document types. Ensure that the target document type is correctly specified and that the necessary fields are mapped.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for accessing the IMG.
  VA01, VA02, VA03 for creating, changing, and displaying sales orders.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to document types and copy control.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V1745 error and successfully process your sales documents.