How To Fix /SAPCE/IU_MES306 - The document nr. &1 line nr. &2 contains document line &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IU_MES -

• Message number: 306

• Message text: The document nr. &1 line nr. &2 contains document line &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_MES306 - The document nr. &1 line nr. &2 contains document line &3. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_MES306 typically indicates an issue related to document processing in the SAP system, specifically when dealing with document lines in a certain context (like material documents, purchase orders, etc.). The message suggests that there is a problem with the specified document number, line number, and document line.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The document number or line number may not exist in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the data.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not support the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the relevant module (like MM, SD, etc.) that are causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Details: Check the document number and line number to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Review User Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the document.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the relevant module to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE91 (Message Maintenance) to look up the message and see if there are any additional details or related messages.
  Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation for the module you are working with to understand the context of the error better.
  
  If you have access to SAP support, it may also be beneficial to raise a ticket with them, providing the full context of the error, including the document number, line number, and any steps that led to the error.