How To Fix INV165 - Reference &1/&2 was added by user &3

INV165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV - Check for Bill Receipt

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Reference &1/&2 was added by user &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV165 - Reference &1/&2 was added by user &3 ?

  The SAP error message INV165 typically indicates that a reference document (like an invoice or a purchase order) has been added or modified by a specific user. This message is often related to the handling of documents in the SAP system, particularly in the context of invoice verification or document management.
  
  Cause:
  
  User Action: The message is triggered when a user adds a reference document (e.g., an invoice or a purchase order) in the system. This could be part of a normal business process where a user is linking documents for tracking or verification purposes.
  Document Management: It may also occur when there are changes made to existing documents, and the system is logging the user who made those changes.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, this message can appear if there are issues with user authorizations or if the user is not allowed to perform certain actions on the document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review User Actions: Check the actions taken