How To Fix WOST_WSSO_TOOLS013 - Document type &1 is not of document category quotation (B).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOST_WSSO_TOOLS - Message class for tools

• Message number: 013

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOST_WSSO_TOOLS013 - Document type &1 is not of document category quotation (B). ?

  The SAP error message WOST_WSSO_TOOLS013 indicates that the document type specified (represented by &1) is not classified under the document category "quotation" (B). This error typically arises in scenarios where a document is expected to be a quotation but is instead of a different type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed is not set up as a quotation in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be correctly configured in the system to be recognized as a quotation.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry where the wrong document type was selected or created.
  Business Process Misalignment: The business process may be expecting a quotation but is receiving a different document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for document types and ensure that the document type in question is correctly set up as a quotation.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type in Use:
  
  Check the document type being used in the transaction that triggered the error.
  Ensure that it is indeed a quotation document type.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the wrong document type was selected, correct the entry and use the appropriate quotation document type.
  
  
  
  Review Business Process:
  
  Ensure that the business process aligns with the expected document types. If a quotation is required, ensure that the process is set up to generate or handle quotations correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or user manuals that pertain to document types and quotations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: In SAP, document types are used to categorize different types of documents (e.g., quotations, orders, invoices). Each document type has specific settings and behaviors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VA21 for creating quotations, and VA22 for changing quotations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.