How To Fix N2M058 - Base document cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Base document cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

In association management, the base document for &V1& &V2&, item &V3&
must be determined.

System Response

The system cannot determine the base document.
Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M058 - Base document cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message N2M058, which states "Base document cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of document processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials management or logistics processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the base document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or production order) that is required for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Document Reference: The document you are trying to process may not have a valid reference or may not exist in the system.
  Document Type Issues: The document type you are using may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing fields or incorrect entries in the document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the base document.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for the relevant module may not be set up