How To Fix EDOCUMENT233 - Either eDocument GUID or source key and source type is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Either eDocument GUID or source key and source type is mandatory

What causes this issue?

The call of
<DS:CO.CL_EDOC_API_FILE UPLOAD_FILE_TO_EDOC>UPLOAD_FILE_TO
_EDOC</> method of CL_EDOC_API_FILE class from your custom development
to upload files to eDocuments does not provide enough data to identify
the eDocument.

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?

Please check that your call provides one of the following:
eDocument GUID (IV_EDOC_GUID)
eDocument source key (IV_SOURCE_KEY) and eDocument source type
(IV_SOURCE_TYPE)

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT233 - Either eDocument GUID or source key and source type is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT233 indicates that either the eDocument GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) or the combination of source key and source type is required but not provided in the context of processing electronic documents. This error typically arises in scenarios involving electronic document management, such as e-invoicing or other electronic document submissions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing eDocument GUID: The system expects a unique identifier for the electronic document, which is not provided.
  Missing Source Key and Source Type: If the eDocument GUID is not available, the system requires a combination of source key (which identifies the document) and source type (which indicates the type of document) to process the request.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the electronic document framework in SAP, leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have forgotten to input the required fields when creating or processing the electronic document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide eDocument GUID: Ensure that the eDocument GUID is correctly populated in the relevant field when processing the electronic document.
  Provide Source Key and Source Type: If the eDocument GUID is not available, make sure to fill in both the source key and source type fields with the appropriate values.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for electronic documents in SAP to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly set up and that the system is configured to handle the specific type of electronic document you are working with.
  Validate Input Data: Double-check the data being entered to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no typographical errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the electronic document framework and the required fields for your specific use case.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to electronic document processing that might address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like S/4HANA eDocument Framework) that may help in troubleshooting or configuring electronic documents.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process electronic documents, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to incomplete data entry.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By addressing the missing information and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the EDOCUMENT233 error and successfully process your electronic documents.