How To Fix EDOCUMENT_EU052 - Not possible to save eDocument because it is a simulation

EDOCUMENT_EU052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_EU - eDocument EU Message Class

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Not possible to save eDocument because it is a simulation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_EU052 - Not possible to save eDocument because it is a simulation ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_EU052 indicates that the system is unable to save an electronic document because it is currently in a simulation mode. This typically occurs when you are trying to process an eDocument (such as an invoice or a tax document) that has not been finalized or is being tested in a non-production environment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Simulation Mode: The document is being processed in simulation mode, which means that it is not intended to be saved or posted to the database.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to run in simulation mode for testing purposes, which prevents any changes from being saved.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the document from simulation to a final state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Real Mode: If you are in a testing or simulation environment, ensure that you switch to the actual processing mode. This may involve changing the settings