/DSD/VC_MESSAGE708 - The message type must be entered in table /DSD/VC_MSGTYP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/VC_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 708

• Message text: The message type must be entered in table /DSD/VC_MSGTYP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE708 - The message type must be entered in table /DSD/VC_MSGTYP ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/VC_MESSAGE708 indicates that there is a missing entry for a message type in the table /DSD/VC_MSGTYP. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Direct Store Delivery (DSD) or related applications where message types are used for communication or processing.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a required message type in the /DSD/VC_MSGTYP table. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration or setup of the DSD module.
  Missing entries in the message type table due to a system upgrade or migration.
  Manual changes or deletions that have led to the absence of expected message types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the required message type is correctly defined in the /DSD/VC_MSGTYP table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to access the table /DSD/VC_MSGTYP.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Look for the message type that is causing the error. If it is not present, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Message Type:
  
  If the message type is missing, you can create a new entry. Make sure to fill in all required fields, including the message type code and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides for the DSD module to understand what message types are required and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the quality and production environments as necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for the DSD module to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the table entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.