How To Fix EDOCUMENT069 - The file GUID should be empty when creating a file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 069

• Message text: The file GUID should be empty when creating a file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT069 - The file GUID should be empty when creating a file ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT069 indicates that there is an issue with the file GUID when attempting to create a file in the context of electronic documents. This error typically arises when the system expects the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) to be empty, but it is not.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be incorrectly configured, leading to the presence of a GUID when it should be empty.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, possibly due to previous operations that did not clear the GUID field.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be incorrectly handling the GUID field.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the version of SAP you are using that affect how GUIDs are managed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to electronic documents and ensure that the GUID settings are correct.
  Clear GUID Field: If you have access to