How To Fix BK188 - Document incomplete; transaction cannot be executed.


BK188 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 188

  • Message text: Document incomplete; transaction cannot be executed.

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  • What causes this issue?

    You want to repost a document, post it with a reference document, or
    reverse the document. The document is not completely stored in the
    database -- this can be due to line item archiving, for example.

    System Response

    The R/3 System cannot carry out this transaction for this document.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose another document number.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK188 - Document incomplete; transaction cannot be executed. ?
    The SAP error message BK188 ("Document incomplete; transaction cannot be executed") typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document, but certain required fields or conditions are not met. This error is common in various financial transactions, such as posting invoices, payments, or journal entries.
    Causes:
    
    Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields in the document are not filled out. This could include fields like account numbers, amounts, or cost centers.
    Inconsistent Data: The data entered may not be consistent with the configuration or rules set in the system. For example, if a cost center is not valid for the specified company code.
    Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may have specific requirements that are not being met.
    Account Determination Issues: If the system cannot determine the correct accounts for posting due to missing configuration.
    Validation Rules: Custom validation rules may be preventing the document from being processed.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Required Fields: Review the document

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