/IAM/OBJECT264 - Document type &1 not valid or not assigned to document schema &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Document type &1 not valid or not assigned to document schema &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT264 - Document type &1 not valid or not assigned to document schema &2 ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT264 Document type &1 not valid or not assigned to document schema &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or document management systems when there is an issue with the document type being used in relation to the document schema.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the error message (&1) is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo or because the document type has not been created or activated in the system.
  
  
  Document Type Not Assigned: The document type is not assigned to the specified document schema (&2). Each document type must be linked to a document schema to ensure that it is valid for use.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ILM or document management settings that prevent the document type from being recognized or used properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type specified in the error message is valid. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and checking the list of document types.
  
  
  Assign Document Type to Schema:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document schemas in SAP.
  Ensure that the document type is assigned to the correct document schema. If it is not, you will need to add the document type to the schema.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Document Type: If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the overall configuration of the ILM or document management system to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing document types and schemas.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SCDO (for document types) or SCDO_SCH (for document schemas) to manage and configure document types and schemas.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to document types and schemas in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.