How To Fix EDOCUMENT163 - eDocument is active for source type &1, do not activate for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: eDocument is active for source type &1, do not activate for &2

What causes this issue?

To avoid redundancy in the creation of eDocuments, it is recommended
that you activate only one source type for inbound or outbound processes
in SD.
Examples:
For outbound documents define that the eDocument is created either out
of outbound delivery or out of the goods issue.
For inbound documents define that the eDocument is created either out of
inbound delivery or out of the goods receipt.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT163 - eDocument is active for source type &1, do not activate for &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT163 indicates that there is an issue with the activation of an eDocument for a specific source type. The message typically means that an eDocument is already active for one source type, and you are trying to activate it for another source type, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to activate an eDocument for a source type that is already in use or activated for a different source type.
  There is a configuration or setup issue where the same eDocument is being referenced for multiple source types, which is not permitted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active eDocuments: Verify which eDocuments are currently active for the source type you are trying to activate. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or transaction in SAP that manages eDocuments.
  
  
  Deactivate Existing eDocument: If you find that an eDocument is already active for the source type you are trying to use, you may need to deactivate it first before activating it for the new source type.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that your configuration settings for eDocuments are correct. Check the settings for both source types to ensure they are set up properly and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to eDocuments for your specific version of SAP. There may be specific guidelines or restrictions regarding the activation of eDocuments.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that manage eDocuments, such as S/4HANA or eDocument Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on eDocument management.
  Community 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 implement a solution to activate the eDocument successfully.