How To Fix 5K311 - Cannot create logical document reference for XML file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Cannot create logical document reference for XML file &1

What causes this issue?

To attach all required elements to an XML file, the system requires a
reference to a logical document. However, in this case, an error
occurred while the system attempted to create the required reference for
XML file <ZH>&V1&</>.

System Response

Because the system could not create a logical document reference, no XML
file was generated.

How to fix this error?

If you cannot resolve the error, report it to the program owner for
assistance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K311 - Cannot create logical document reference for XML file &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5K311 ("Cannot create logical document reference for XML file &1") typically occurs when there is an issue with the processing of XML files in the context of document management or archiving within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to create a logical document reference for the specified XML file.
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified XML file may not exist in the expected location.
  Incorrect File Format: The XML file may not conform to the expected structure or schema required by SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or create logical document references.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the document management settings or archiving settings in SAP.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the XML file specified in the error message exists in the expected directory.
  Validate XML Structure: Ensure that the XML file is well-formed and adheres to the required schema. You can use XML validation tools to check the structure.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create logical document references.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to document management and archiving in SAP. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check Logs: Look into the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  System Health Check: Perform a system health check to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the SAP system's performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or SCDO (Document Management) to manage documents and check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management and XML processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.