How To Fix LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES203 - No record found for document with Source ID and External Document ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES - Message Mapping from LCA to LCM

• Message number: 203

• Message text: No record found for document with Source ID and External Document ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES203 - No record found for document with Source ID and External Document ID ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES203 indicates that the system could not find a record for a document associated with a specific Source ID and External Document ID. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when dealing with external documents in SAP systems, particularly in the Logistics or Document Management modules.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Source ID or External Document ID: The IDs provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Not Uploaded: The document may not have been uploaded to the system, or it may have been deleted.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the document management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify IDs: Double-check the Source ID and External Document ID for accuracy. Ensure that they are correctly entered.
  Check Document Existence: Confirm that the document has been uploaded to the system. You can do this by searching for the document using the document management tools in SAP.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Check for Deletions: Investigate whether the document was deleted or moved to a different location within the system.
  Data Synchronization: If the system is integrated with other systems, check for any synchronization issues that may have caused the document to be unavailable.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Configuration Review: If the problem persists, review the configuration settings related to document management in SAP to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how document management is supposed to function.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.