How To Fix BK167 - Completion document number &

BK167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Completion document number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK167 - Completion document number & ?

  The SAP error message BK167 typically indicates an issue related to the completion of a document in the financial accounting module. The message usually states something like "Completion document number &" and is often associated with problems in processing financial documents, such as invoices or payment documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The completion document may be missing required information or contain incorrect data.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for completion (e.g., it may be locked or already completed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to complete the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the document from being processed correctly.
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The completion of the document may depend on other documents that are not yet processed or completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK167 error, you can take