How To Fix L2153 - Communication number & not defined

L2153 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L2 - Transfer requirements

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Communication number & not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L2153 - Communication number & not defined ?

  The SAP error message L2153, which states "Communication number & not defined," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with communication numbers for various processes such as delivery, shipment, or inventory management.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The communication number that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material, vendor, or customer may not have the necessary communication number defined.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the communication number fields.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling communication numbers correctly.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings