How To Fix EDOCUMENT088 - The source document &1 has been automatically cancelled with document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 088

• Message text: The source document &1 has been automatically cancelled with document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT088 - The source document &1 has been automatically cancelled with document &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT088 indicates that a source document has been automatically canceled, and it provides the document numbers for both the source document and the cancellation document. This error typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing, such as e-invoicing or electronic document management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Automatic Cancellation: The source document (e.g., an invoice) may have been automatically canceled due to various reasons, such as:
  
  A related document was rejected or canceled.
  There was a discrepancy in the data that led to the cancellation.
  A manual intervention or a process that triggered the cancellation.
  Compliance issues or validation failures in the electronic document processing.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the electronic document processing settings can lead to unexpected cancellations.
  
  
  Data Issues: Missing or incorrect data in the source document can also trigger automatic cancellation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of both the source document and the cancellation document. Ensure that the cancellation was intended and that the source document is indeed supposed to be canceled.
  
  
  Review Logs and Messages: Check the application logs and messages for any additional information that might indicate why the cancellation occurred. This can provide insights into whether it was due to a validation error or a manual action.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required fields in the source document are filled out correctly and that the data adheres to the expected formats and values.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the cancellation seems unexpected, review the configuration settings related to electronic document processing. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and compliance requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to electronic document processing for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the document numbers and any relevant logs or error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), or any specific transaction related to electronic documents in your SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EDOCUMENT088 for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.