How To Fix RW301 - No document header transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 301

• Message text: No document header transferred

What causes this issue?

Fast Input: No document header info was transferred.

System Response

Fast Input processing has been terminated.

How to fix this error?

A system error has occurred. A document always connsists of:
a document header
at least two line items
tax data (optional)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW301 - No document header transferred ?

  The SAP error message RW301 ("No document header transferred") typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being processed in a financial document, such as an invoice or a journal entry. This error indicates that the system is expecting a document header but did not receive one, which is essential for processing the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Document Header: The most common cause is that the document header information is not being passed to the system. This could be due to a programming error, a missing configuration, or an issue with the data being imported.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Mapping: If you are using an interface or a custom program to upload data, the mapping of fields may not be correctly set up, leading to the header information not being included.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify document headers, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Format Issues: If the data being uploaded is not in the expected format, the system may not recognize the header information.
  
  
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard processing of document headers.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that the data being inputted or uploaded includes all necessary document header information. Verify that the fields required for the document header are populated correctly.
  
  
  Review Custom Programs: If you are using a custom program or interface, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the document header. Make sure that the header data is being passed to the appropriate function modules.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify document headers. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Data Mapping Verification: If you are using an interface, check the mapping of fields to ensure that the document header fields are correctly mapped to the corresponding fields in the SAP system.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant function modules to see where the process is failing and why the header is not being recognized.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working with various transaction codes such as FB60 (Vendor Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others related to financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financial modules.