How To Fix WOST_WSSO_TOOLS012 - Document type &1 is not of document category inquiry (A).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOST_WSSO_TOOLS - Message class for tools

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Document type &1 is not of document category inquiry (A).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOST_WSSO_TOOLS012 - Document type &1 is not of document category inquiry (A). ?

  The SAP error message WOST_WSSO_TOOLS012 indicates that the document type specified in the error message is not classified under the document category "inquiry" (A). This typically occurs in scenarios where a document type is expected to be of a certain category but does not meet that requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use is not set up as an inquiry document type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for document types and their associated categories may not be correctly set up in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the document type in the transaction or process you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for document types and verify that the document type you are using is indeed configured as an inquiry document type (category A).
  
  
  
  Use Correct Document Type:
  
  If the document type is not meant to be an inquiry, ensure that you are using the correct document type that corresponds to the action you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering in the transaction. Ensure that the document type is correctly specified and that it aligns with the expected categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document types and categories to ensure you understand the requirements for the specific process you are working on.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data entry, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Categories: In SAP, document categories are used to classify documents based on their purpose (e.g., inquiry, order, etc.). Understanding these categories is crucial for proper document management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or configuring document types (e.g., SPRO, OMD1 for document type configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address issues related to document types and categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.