How To Fix EK336 - Correspondence container filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Correspondence container filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK336 - Correspondence container filled ?

  The SAP error message EK336, which states "Correspondence container filled," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system attempts to generate correspondence (like order confirmations, invoices, etc.) but finds that the correspondence container has reached its limit.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Container Limit Reached: The correspondence container has a predefined limit for the number of entries or the amount of data it can hold. Once this limit is reached, the system cannot add more correspondence entries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define how correspondence is handled, including limits on the number of entries.
  Data Management: There may be a lack of regular maintenance or archiving of old correspondence data, leading to the container being filled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EK336 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Correspondence Container:
  
  Review the current entries in the correspondence container to see how many entries are present and if they can be deleted or archived.
  
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Entries:
  
  If there are old or unnecessary correspondence entries, consider deleting them to free up space in the container.
  
  
  
  Increase the Limit:
  
  If the limit is too low for your business needs, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to increase the limit of the correspondence container. This typically requires access to the configuration settings and may involve working with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Archiving:
  
  Implement an archiving strategy for old correspondence data to ensure that the container does not fill up quickly. This can involve setting up regular archiving jobs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional guidance or best practices regarding correspondence management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check the details of the purchase orders and their correspondence.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the correspondence processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EK336 error and ensure that your correspondence processing in SAP functions smoothly.