How To Fix 42197 - Document check

42197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Document check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42197 - Document check ?

  The SAP error message 42197, which states "Document check," typically occurs during the processing of documents in SAP, particularly in the context of financial transactions or document postings. This error can arise due to various reasons, often related to document validation checks that are part of the system's configuration.
  Causes of Error 42197
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used may not be configured correctly in the system. This can include settings related to number ranges, posting periods, or document types that are not allowed for certain transactions.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the type of transaction you are trying to post. This is common in financial transactions where periods are often closed for reporting purposes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post the document, leading to a validation failure.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may already be in a status that