How To Fix /LIME/OUTBOUND007 - Parent line &1 for line &2 not found in document &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Parent line &1 for line &2 not found in document &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/OUTBOUND007 - Parent line &1 for line &2 not found in document &3 ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/OUTBOUND007 Parent line &1 for line &2 not found in document &3 typically occurs in the context of the Logistics Information Management (LIM) module, particularly when dealing with outbound deliveries or related documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a parent line item for a specific line item in a document, which can disrupt processes such as outbound deliveries, goods issues, or other logistics operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Line: The most common cause of this error is that the parent line item (line &1) referenced in the document (document &3) does not exist or has been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or missing entries in the database.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for the processing of the line items, such as being locked or incomplete.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the relationships between line items correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document: Verify the document (document &3) in question to ensure that the parent line item (line &1) exists and is correctly referenced.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that there are no missing or orphaned entries. This may involve checking the database directly or using SAP transaction codes like SE16 or SE11.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the relationships between line items.
  Recreate Document: If the document is corrupted or has missing data, consider recreating the document if feasible.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Contact SAP 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 VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to investigate the document in question.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to debug the process to see where the error is being triggered.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the documents in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.