How To Fix XW166 - No valid document types in the range.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No valid document types in the range.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW166 - No valid document types in the range. ?

  The SAP error message XW166: No valid document types in the range typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as an invoice, purchase order, etc.) in SAP, but the system cannot find any valid document types that match the criteria specified in the document type range.
  Causes:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables.
  Document Type Range: The range of document types defined in the system may not include the document type you are trying to use. This can happen if the document type has been deleted or if the range has not been properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document types in the specified range.
  Client-Specific Settings: The document types may be client-specific, and the settings may not be correctly defined for the client you are working in.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the document type settings for the specific application (e.g., Financial Accounting, Materials Management).
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Ranges:
  
  Check the document type ranges in the configuration settings. Ensure that the document type you are trying to use falls within the defined range.
  You can check this in the transaction code OBA7 (for Financial Accounting) or OME2 (for Materials Management).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the document type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Ensure that you are working in the correct client and that the document types are configured for that client. You can check the client settings in transaction SCC4.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  If the issue persists, check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBA7 (Document Type Configuration), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document types and their configuration for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, MM).
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.