How To Fix EDOCUMENT_PT_INV030 - Digital signature for &1 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_PT_INV - eInvoice Portugal: Messages

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Digital signature for &1 is missing

What causes this issue?

The invoice has not been digitally signed. However, this is a
prerequisite for submitting the invoice.

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?

Sign the invoice before submitting the eDocument. For example, for FI
invoices use the report SIPT_INTERVAL_SIGN_FI.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PT_INV030 - Digital signature for &1 is missing ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PT_INV030 indicates that a digital signature is missing for a specific document (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of electronic invoicing or document management, where digital signatures are required for compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Digital Signature: The document that is being processed does not have a digital signature attached to it. This could be due to a failure in the signing process or an oversight in the document preparation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the electronic document management system or the digital signature service.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues in the system that prevent the digital signature from being applied or recognized.
  Document Type: The document type being processed may require a digital signature, and the system is not set up to handle it correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Signing Process: Ensure that the document is being signed correctly. Review the steps taken to generate and sign the document to confirm that the digital signature is applied.
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings for electronic invoicing and digital signatures in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Review Logs: Look at the application logs or error logs to identify any underlying issues that may have caused the digital signature to be missing.
  Re-sign the Document: If the document is missing a signature, you may need to re-sign it using the appropriate digital signature tool or service.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to electronic invoicing and digital signatures for specific guidance on resolving this error.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  Legal Requirements: Be aware of the legal requirements for digital signatures in your jurisdiction, as this may impact how you handle electronic documents.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the document signing process are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.