How To Fix ACR_ES_ECSL003 - Document &1/&2/&3 is referred but was never previously reported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACR_ES_ECSL - Messages used in ACR ES ECSL Return Statement

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Document &1/&2/&3 is referred but was never previously reported.

What causes this issue?

Referred documents must have been reported in at least one submitted and
accepted ACR run of a previous reporting period.

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 ACR_ES_ECSL003 - Document &1/&2/&3 is referred but was never previously reported. ?

  The SAP error message ACR_ES_ECSL003 indicates that a document (identified by the document type and number) is being referenced in a process, but it has not been reported or created in the system prior to this reference. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) module, which is used for compliance reporting in various jurisdictions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document: The document that is being referenced (e.g., invoice, credit note) has not been created or reported in the system.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number or type being referenced may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some documents may not have been transferred correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the ACR module that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document (with the specified document type and number) exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for financial documents).
  Create the Document: If the document does not exist, you may need to create it in the system and ensure it is reported correctly.
  Check Document Reference: Ensure that the document reference being used is correct. Double-check the document type and number for any typos or errors.
  Review Migration Process: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration logs and processes to ensure all necessary documents were transferred.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the ACR module to ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), ACR-related transactions, and any custom transactions your organization may use.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the ACR module for detailed information on reporting requirements and document handling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.