How To Fix ICL_DI020 - In structure &1 enter a file or a document ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_DI - Messages for Direct Input Mode

• Message number: 020

• Message text: In structure &1 enter a file or a document ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_DI020 - In structure &1 enter a file or a document ID ?

  The SAP error message ICL_DI020 typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with document handling in SAP. This error indicates that a required field for entering a file or document ID is missing or not filled in correctly.
  Cause:
  The error message ICL_DI020 is triggered when:
  
  The system expects a file or document ID to be entered in a specific structure or field, but it is either left blank or incorrectly filled.
  The document ID or file reference is not available in the system, or the user does not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  There may be a configuration issue in the document management settings or the specific transaction being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICL_DI020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the structure are filled out correctly. Look for any fields that are marked as required and make sure they are populated.
  
  
  Enter Document ID: If the error specifies that a document ID is needed, make sure to enter a valid document ID or file reference in the appropriate field.
  
  
  Verify Document Availability: Check if the document you are trying to reference exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the document management area and searching for the document ID.
  
  
  Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the document or file. If you suspect a permissions issue, contact your SAP administrator to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If you are an administrator, review the configuration settings related to document management in SAP. Ensure that the settings are correctly configured to allow for document handling.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the transaction or module you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to document management (e.g., CV01N for creating documents, CV02N for changing documents).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter document IDs and manage documents within the SAP system to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICL_DI020 error and continue with your work in SAP.