How To Fix BK231 - If necessary, check the document header for document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 231

• Message text: If necessary, check the document header for document &1

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred.

System Response

The error cannot be corrected on the current screen.

How to fix this error?

Display the document header of document &v1&.
Check the details and, if necessary, change the data (for example, the
posting date).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK231 - If necessary, check the document header for document &1 ?

  The SAP error message BK231 typically indicates that there is an issue with a financial document, often related to the document header. The message suggests that you should check the document header for the specific document number mentioned (document &1).
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The document header may have missing or incorrect information, such as the company code, fiscal year, or document type.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it might be blocked or already posted).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the document.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes or postings to the document.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK231 error, you can take the