How To Fix MPD317 - &1 &2 &3 &3 is not the key of the current document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 317

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &3 is not the key of the current document

What causes this issue?

You are using the Data Collector BAdI for data transfer. One of the
parameters of the BAdI is the DRAD table, which stores object links.
Records of this table should refer to the current document, however,
there were records found for which the key fields do not correspond to
the current document.

System Response

The system handles this as a data inconsistency. It does not allow data
transfer if the data is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

Check the BAdI implementation you used for the data transfer. Make sure
the DOKAR, DOKNR, DOKTL, DOKVR fields of each record in the DRAD table
correspond to the keys of the current document.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD317 - &1 &2 &3 &3 is not the key of the current document ?

  The SAP error message MPD317 typically indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the key fields of a document you are trying to process. This error often occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when dealing with documents such as purchase orders, production orders, or inventory documents.
  Cause:
  The error message "MPD317 &1 &2 &3 &3 is not the key of the current document" suggests that the system is expecting a specific key (like a document number, item number, or other identifiers) that does not match the key of the document currently being processed. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document you are trying to reference may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the key fields when trying to access or process the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it may be locked or completed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the document types or the keys associated with them in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPD317 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document you are trying to access actually exists in the system. Use transaction codes like ME23N (for purchase orders) or CO03 (for production orders) to look up the document.
  
  
  Check Key Fields: Ensure that the key fields you are entering are correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or create a new document.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the document types and keys are set up correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see where the mismatch is occurring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the documents you are working with (e.g., ME21N for creating purchase orders, CO01 for creating production orders).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working in (MM, PP, etc.) for more context on document processing.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.