How To Fix BBP_ES_ERP_INT015 - You cannot create new items in document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BBP_ES_ERP_INT - E-Sourcing integration

• Message number: 015

• Message text: You cannot create new items in document &1

What causes this issue?

You want to add new items to a contract or scheduling agreement.
However, this is not permitted because this document is a replication of
an SAP Sourcing master agreement. To avoid data inconsistency, you can
add new items only in the corresponding SAP Sourcing master agreement.

System Response

The system terminates processing and does not copy the new items to the
contract or scheduling agreement.

How to fix this error?

If you do not want to add new items to the contract or scheduling
agreement, remove the new item data from the document and start
processing again.
If you want to add new items to the contract or scheduling agreement,
change the SAP Sourcing master agreement accordingly. See the document
header data for information about the ID of the corresponding master
agreement. When you publish the SAP Sourcing master agreement, the new
items are copied to the corresponding contract or scheduling agreement
as well.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT015 - You cannot create new items in document &1 ?

  The SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT015, which states "You cannot create new items in document &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system when there is an attempt to add new items to a document (like a purchase order or shopping cart) that is already in a certain status or has been processed in a way that does not allow for modifications.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not permit the addition of new items. For example, if the document is already approved or has been sent for processing, it may be locked for further changes.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on item creation based on configuration settings in the system.
  Workflow Issues: If the document is part of a workflow, it may be locked due to the workflow status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. If it is in a completed or locked state, you may need to revert it to a draft or editable state, if possible.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system to see if there are restrictions on adding items.
  Workflow Management: If the document is part of a workflow, check the workflow status and see if it can be released or modified. You may need to consult with a workflow administrator.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to add items has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust permissions.
  Create a New Document: If the document cannot be modified, consider creating a new document instead of trying to add items to the existing one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check the document details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management and workflow processes for further insights into handling such errors.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for more detailed troubleshooting.