How To Fix BK202 - Document contains errors

BK202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Document contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK202 - Document contains errors ?

  The SAP error message BK202 ("Document contains errors") typically occurs during the posting of financial documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there are issues with the data entered in the document that prevent it from being processed successfully. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account specified in the document may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may not have been filled out, such as document type, company code, or fiscal year.
  Invalid Amounts: The amounts entered may not conform to the expected formats or may exceed limits set in the system.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction type being processed.
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency conversion or the currency used may not be valid for the transaction.
  Document Type Restrictions: