How To Fix 68138 - Inc.pmnt doc. no. is same as doc. no. ($) => Error in transaction $

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Inc.pmnt doc. no. is same as doc. no. ($) => Error in transaction $

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68138 - Inc.pmnt doc. no. is same as doc. no. ($) => Error in transaction $ ?

  The SAP error message 68138, which states "Inc.pmnt doc. no. is same as doc. no. ($) => Error in transaction $," typically occurs in the context of payment processing or document handling within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a conflict with document numbers, specifically that the incoming payment document number is the same as another document number that is already in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Document Numbers: The most common cause of this error is that the payment document number being processed is identical to another document number that already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The same payment is being processed multiple times.
  There is a configuration issue that allows duplicate document numbers.
  Manual entry errors where the same document number is entered.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration settings for document number ranges may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity in the database, where the system is unable to differentiate between two documents due to incorrect or missing data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Numbers: Verify the document numbers involved in the transaction. Ensure that the payment document number is unique and not already in use.
  
  
  Review Transaction Logs: Look at the transaction logs to see if the payment has already been processed. If it has, you may need to reverse or adjust the original transaction instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, review the settings for document number ranges in the relevant SAP configuration areas (e.g., Financial Accounting settings). Ensure that the ranges are set up to prevent duplicates.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are data integrity issues, you may need to perform a cleanup of the database or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any underlying data issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in payment processing, such as F-28 (Post Incoming Payments) or F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 68138 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.