How To Fix EDOCUMENT056 - Field Status empty. Execute EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS report first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Field Status empty. Execute EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS report first

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

(STATUS) field for the existing eDocuments.
Execute the EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS report to fill the Status Overview

Procedure for System Administrators

How to fix this error?

System Response

and it is empty for existing eDocuments.
The <ZK>Status Overview</> field has been added to the EDOCUMENT table

What causes this issue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT056 - Field Status empty. Execute EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS report first ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT056 indicates that the field status is empty, and it suggests executing the report EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS first. This error typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with electronic invoices or other electronic documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Document Processing: The error usually arises when the electronic document has not been fully processed or updated in the system. This can happen if the document status flags have not been set correctly.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the electronic document that prevents the system from determining the correct field status.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the electronic document processing settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Execute the Report: Run the report EDOC_UPDATE_STATUS_FLAGS. This report is designed to update the status flags for electronic documents and should resolve the issue by ensuring that the necessary field statuses are populated.
  
  You can execute this report by navigating to the transaction code SE38 or SA38, entering the report name, and executing it.
  
  
  
  Check Document Data: After running the report, check the electronic document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the problem persists, review the configuration settings for electronic document processing in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), and others related to electronic document processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to electronic document processing for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EDOCUMENT056 error and ensure that your electronic documents are processed correctly in SAP.