How To Fix 1I086 - Source document cannot be clearly and unmistakably determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Source document cannot be clearly and unmistakably determined

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine the source document for this FI document as
several documents have been updated for the references specified (AWSYS
:&V1&; AWTYP:&V2&; AWKEY:&V3&).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For documents created for BCA releases before 4.61, assignment using
the reference parameters was not clear and unmistakable. Use the
statement reports in BCA.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I086 - Source document cannot be clearly and unmistakably determined ?

  The SAP error message 1I086 ("Source document cannot be clearly and unmistakably determined") typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with financial transactions or document postings. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the source document associated with a particular transaction or entry.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Reference: The document being processed may not have a clear reference to a source document, or the reference may be incorrect.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used may not be configured correctly to allow for the identification of source documents.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables or incorrect document flow.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the source document.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to handle the specific type of transaction or document flow being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document References: Ensure that the document being processed has the correct references to the source documents. Verify that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Document Types: Check the configuration of the document types involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are set up to allow for source document identification.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary data is present and correct. This may involve checking for missing entries or discrepancies.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source document. If not, appropriate roles and permissions should be assigned.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the process is failing to determine the source document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including transaction codes, document types, and any relevant logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document processing and error handling for additional insights and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.