How To Fix L6135 - Inconsistency between received and existing communication document &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L6 - LVS Link R/2 - ECC

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Inconsistency between received and existing communication document &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L6135 - Inconsistency between received and existing communication document & ?

  The SAP error message L6135, which states "Inconsistency between received and existing communication document," typically occurs in the context of logistics and communication documents, such as delivery notes, invoices, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the data received from an external system (like EDI or another SAP system) and the data that already exists in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Mismatch: The data in the incoming communication document does not match the existing document in the SAP system. This could be due to changes made to the document after it was sent or due to incorrect data being sent.
  Duplicate Documents: The system may be trying to process a document that has already been processed or exists in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the communication interface, such as incorrect mapping of fields or settings.
  Timing Issues: If the document was modified in the SAP system after it was sent out, and the incoming document reflects the old state, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the existing document in the SAP system. Ensure that it is not already processed or in a state that would prevent further processing.
  Review Incoming Data: Analyze the incoming communication document for discrepancies. Check for any changes that may have occurred after the document was sent.
  Reprocess the Document: If the document is valid and should be processed, you may need to delete the existing document or adjust it to match the incoming data.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the communication interface to ensure that they are correctly set up. This includes checking field mappings and communication protocols.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific cause of the inconsistency.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and others related to document processing.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error L6135 for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on EDI and communication interfaces for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the L6135 error in your SAP system.