How To Fix GLE_ECS_AL001 - Unable to generate ECS item; internal ref. document no. not tranferred

GLE_ECS_AL001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_AL -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Unable to generate ECS item; internal ref. document no. not tranferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL001 - Unable to generate ECS item; internal ref. document no. not tranferred ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL001 indicates that the system is unable to generate an ECS (Electronic Communication System) item because the internal reference document number was not transferred. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when dealing with electronic communication processes in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Internal Reference Document: The internal reference document number that is required for the ECS item generation is missing or not properly transferred in the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ECS settings or in the financial document types that are supposed to generate ECS items.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the transaction process can lead to this error.
  System Bugs or Incompatibilities: There may be bugs in the SAP version being used or incompatibilities with other modules or customizations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Entry: Ensure that the internal reference document number is correctly entered in the transaction. Verify that all required