How To Fix WER140 - Type &1 is not valid or not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Type &1 is not valid or not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER140 - Type &1 is not valid or not supported ?

  The SAP error message:
  WER140 Type &1 is not valid or not supported
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when an invalid or unsupported document type (or another type parameter) is used in a transaction or program. The placeholder &1 is replaced by the actual type value that caused the error.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Using a document type that does not exist in the system.
  Using a document type that is not configured or allowed for the particular transaction or process.
  Typing errors or incorrect input in fields expecting a specific type.
  Custom developments or interfaces passing invalid type values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Document Type:
  
  Verify the document type you are trying to use.
  Go to transaction OBA7 (for FI document types) or the relevant customizing transaction for the type in question.
  Confirm that the document type exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure the document type is configured for the transaction or process you are executing.
  For example, in Financial Accounting, check if the document type is allowed for posting in the company code or transaction.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  If the error occurs during manual input, verify that the correct document type is entered.
  Check for typos or invalid codes.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Interfaces:
  
  If the error arises from a custom program or interface, debug or review the code to ensure it passes valid document types.
  Validate the data mapping and conversion logic.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WER140 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBA7 - Define Document Types (FI)
  SPRO - IMG for configuration
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T003 - Document Types
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  SAP documentation on document types and their configuration.
  
  
  Common Modules:
  
  FI (Financial Accounting)
  MM (Materials Management) or SD (Sales and Distribution) if related to other document types.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (transaction, module, or process) where the error occurs, I can give more specific guidance.