How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON039 - Referencing at header level not permitted for this scenario

FSH_SD_COMMON039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Referencing at header level not permitted for this scenario

What causes this issue?

Referencing at header level not permitted for this scenario

System Response

You are passing a reference document at header level that does not exist
at the item level. However this scenario is not supported.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON039 - Referencing at header level not permitted for this scenario ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON039 indicates that there is an issue with referencing at the header level in a specific scenario within the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to reference certain data or fields at the header level of a document (like a sales order or delivery) that is not allowed in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support header-level referencing for the specific operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict header-level referencing for certain scenarios.
  Data Inconsistencies: There might be inconsistencies or missing data in the header or related items that prevent the operation from being completed.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or validations may be in place that restrict header-level referencing based on the specific conditions