How To Fix EDOCUMENT_DE005 - Document specific Leitweg-ID not provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_DE - Messages for eDocument Germany

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Document specific Leitweg-ID not provided

What causes this issue?

You want to submit an electronic document to a public entity and there
is no specific Leitweg ID maintained in the source document header.
The Leitweg ID specifies the exact recipient of an electronic document
in a public entity. One public entity may have multiple Leitweg IDs, but
in Master Data you can only maintain one number. To ensure that the
correct recipient receives the electronic document, whenever you post an
invoice to a public entity, you maintain the specific Leitweg ID in the
source document.

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?

Prerequisite is that you have added the <ZK>Buyer Leitweg ID </>in the
texts of your documents:
Customizing activity for accounting documents:
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORFBOBT8>Define Text IDs for Documents</>
Customizing activity for billing documents:
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_XXMENUOLSDVOTX3>Define and Assign Text Determination
Procedures</>
Depending on the type of source document, you maintain the <ZK>Buyer
Leitweg ID</> field differently in the system:
Accounting documents
Go to <ZK>Extras->Texts</>
Billing documents
Go to Display Document Flow-> select <ZK>Standard Order </>and
<ZK>Display Document ->Texts</>

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 EDOCUMENT_DE005 - Document specific Leitweg-ID not provided ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_DE005 indicates that a document-specific Leitweg-ID (a unique identifier for the document in the context of electronic invoicing or document processing) has not been provided. This error typically arises in scenarios involving electronic documents, such as e-invoicing, where specific identifiers are required for processing and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Leitweg-ID: The primary cause of this error is that the required Leitweg-ID is not provided in the document being processed. This ID is essential for identifying the document in the electronic invoicing system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the electronic document processing settings in SAP, leading to the system not recognizing or generating the Leitweg-ID.
  Data Entry Errors: If the document is being created manually, there may have been an oversight in entering the necessary information, including the Leitweg-ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide the Leitweg-ID: Ensure that the document being processed includes the correct Leitweg-ID. This may involve checking the document creation process to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for electronic document processing in SAP. Ensure that the system is set up to generate or accept the Leitweg-ID as required.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify the settings related to electronic invoicing and document processing.
  
  
  Review Document Creation Process: If the document is created through a specific transaction or program, ensure that the process includes steps to capture or generate the Leitweg-ID.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the requirements for the Leitweg-ID in your version of SAP and the specific electronic document processing scenario you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Leitweg-ID: This is a unique identifier used in Germany for electronic invoicing and document processing, particularly in compliance with the requirements set by the German tax authorities.
  Electronic Document Processing: This involves the handling of electronic invoices and documents in SAP, which may require specific configurations and compliance with legal standards.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling electronic documents and Leitweg-IDs.
  
  By addressing the missing Leitweg-ID and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the EDOCUMENT_DE005 error in SAP.