How To Fix CRM_ESOA_VOUCHER011 - Invalid sales document reference type code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ESOA_VOUCHER - ESOA : Message class for Voucher

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Invalid sales document reference type code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ESOA_VOUCHER011 - Invalid sales document reference type code &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ESOA_VOUCHER011 Invalid sales document reference type code &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the sales document reference type code being used in a transaction or process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference Type Code: The error indicates that the sales document reference type code provided (represented by &1) is not recognized or is invalid in the system. This could be due to a typo, an incorrect configuration, or the reference type not being defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The sales document reference type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant sales document type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database tables related to sales documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Reference Type Code: Verify the sales document reference type code being used. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the expected format.
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the settings for sales document types and reference types.
  Ensure that the reference type code is defined and correctly assigned to the relevant sales document type.
  
  
  Transaction Data Review: Review the transaction data being processed to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid reference type codes for your specific version of SAP CRM.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to identify where the invalid reference type code is being generated or used.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to sales document management in SAP CRM, such as CRMD_ORDER for managing sales orders.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify sales documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.