How To Fix AD01097 - Specify sales documents only or service orders only

AD01097 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD01 - DI Processor (Expense-related Billing)

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Specify sales documents only or service orders only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD01097 - Specify sales documents only or service orders only ?

  The SAP error message AD01097 ("Specify sales documents only or service orders only") typically occurs in the context of a transaction or report where the system expects you to specify either sales documents or service orders, but not both. This error is often encountered in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or service management (SM) modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to process or analyze data that includes both sales documents (like sales orders, quotations, etc.) and service orders simultaneously. The system requires a clear distinction between the two types of documents for processing, as they may have different data structures and business logic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Your Input: Check the input parameters or selection criteria you are using in the transaction or report. Ensure that you are only including either sales documents or service orders, but not both.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using a