How To Fix EDOCUMENT196 - Entry for &1 does not exist in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Entry for &1 does not exist in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT196 - Entry for &1 does not exist in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT196, which states "Entry for &1 does not exist in table &2," typically indicates that the system is trying to access a record in a specific table that does not exist. This error is often related to electronic document processing in SAP, particularly in the context of e-invoicing or electronic document management.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the expected entry for the specified key (represented by &1) is not present in the specified table (represented by &2). This could be due to:
  
  Data not being created or saved properly.
  Data being deleted or not yet uploaded.
  Incorrect configuration or setup in the electronic document processing.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the electronic document framework or the specific document type being processed.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with external systems (like a third-party invoicing system), there may be issues with data transfer or