How To Fix 1R549 - Document had to be regenerated, cause: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 549

• Message text: Document had to be regenerated, cause: &3

What causes this issue?

The document &V2&, class &V1& no longer existed in the puffer in an up-
to-date form. The cause was: &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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R549 - Document had to be regenerated, cause: &3 ?

  The SAP error message 1R549 indicates that a document had to be regenerated due to a specific cause, which is represented by the placeholder &3. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as invoice processing, billing, or other financial transactions.
  Cause
  The specific cause of the error can vary, but it generally relates to issues with the document's data integrity or consistency. Common reasons might include:
  
  Data Changes: Changes made to the underlying data after the document was created, such as changes in master data (e.g., customer or vendor information).
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system that affect how documents are generated or processed.
  Missing Information: Required fields or data elements that are missing or incomplete, leading to the need for regeneration.
  System Errors: Technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that prevent the document from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Cause: Review the specific cause indicated by &3 in the error message. This will provide more context on what triggered the regeneration requirement.
  Review Document Data: Verify the data associated with the document. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document can be regenerated, attempt to reprocess it. This may involve deleting the original document and creating a new one or using a specific transaction to regenerate it.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the document type in question. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to business requirements.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or application logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more insight into the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, MM, SD) for guidance on document processing and error handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.