How To Fix GTCN_MESSAGE178 - Verification document & does not exist

GTCN_MESSAGE178 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTCN_MESSAGE - GTCN: Message Class

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Verification document & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE178 - Verification document & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE178, which states "Verification document & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a verification document that is required for processing a specific transaction or operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document: The verification document that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or archived.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the verification document.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP GTS and SAP ERP).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in GTS that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the verification