How To Fix EDOCUMENT_PT_INV019 - No billing reference found for document &1; Check source document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_PT_INV - eInvoice Portugal: Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No billing reference found for document &1; Check source document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PT_INV019 - No billing reference found for document &1; Check source document ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PT_INV019 indicates that there is no billing reference found for the specified document. This typically occurs in the context of electronic invoicing or document processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with the eDocument framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Billing Reference: The document you are trying to process does not have a valid billing reference. This could be due to the document not being created correctly or not being linked to a billing document.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not be compatible with the expected billing reference.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the source document.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the eDocument framework may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in document processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Document: Verify the source document (e.g., sales order, delivery, etc.) to ensure that it has been created correctly and that it contains a valid billing reference.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are processing is appropriate and that it is expected to have a billing reference.
  Data Validation: Check for any missing or incorrect data in the source document. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the eDocument framework in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to handle the document types you are working with.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or error logs for additional details that may provide insight into why the billing reference is missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the eDocument framework for any specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.