How To Fix N2M266 - Document &1: Error occurred during follow-up document creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Document &1: Error occurred during follow-up document creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M266 - Document &1: Error occurred during follow-up document creation ?

  The SAP error message N2M266, which states "Document &1: Error occurred during follow-up document creation," typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to create a follow-up document (such as an invoice, delivery, or another type of document) based on a preceding document (like a purchase order or sales order).
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the original document that prevent the system from creating the follow-up document.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the relevant modules (like MM, SD, or FI) can lead to errors during document processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create the follow-up document.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or bugs that are causing the error.
  Business Rules Violations: The follow-up document may violate certain business rules or validations set in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Original Document: Review the original document for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant modules to ensure they are set up correctly for the type of follow-up document being created.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create the follow-up document. This can be done by checking user roles and permissions.
  Error Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) or short dump analysis (transaction ST22) to get more details about the error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the document creation process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or requires deeper technical investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or others depending on the document type.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error N2M266 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.