How To Fix EBR548 - System error when preparing a document (DocType &, mat. &, plant &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 548

• Message text: System error when preparing a document (DocType &, mat. &, plant &)

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred while preparing a document of document type
&V1& for material &V2& in plant &V3& for output.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSVERW OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

The error occurred while executing function module CLOSE_FORM.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR548 - System error when preparing a document (DocType &, mat. &, plant &) ?

  The SAP error message EBR548 indicates a system error that occurs when preparing a document, typically related to a specific document type, material, and plant. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or system-related problems.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the document type or material master data can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: Missing or incorrect data in the material master, plant settings, or related documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  System Bugs: There may be a bug in the SAP system or a specific transaction code being used.
  Missing Customization: If the document type or process has not been properly customized in the system, it can lead to errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the document type in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the document type is correctly set up for the material and plant in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the material master data for completeness and correctness.
  Ensure that the plant settings are properly configured and that the material is valid for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the document.
  Check the user roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches related to the error message EBR548. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details, transaction codes, and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), or others related to document processing.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, SD) to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EBR548 error in your SAP system.