How To Fix /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW002 - Dlv. err. &1 &2: Subsequent doc. cat missing; specify document category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Dlv. err. &1 &2: Subsequent doc. cat missing; specify document category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW002 - Dlv. err. &1 &2: Subsequent doc. cat missing; specify document category ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW002 Dlv. err. &1 &2: Subsequent doc. cat missing; specify document category typically occurs in the context of document flow in SAP, particularly when dealing with delivery documents and their associated document categories.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the subsequent document category for a delivery document. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document category that should follow the current document type is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not be correctly set up to allow for the creation of subsequent documents.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the document flow, they may not be correctly handling the document categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document categories in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Logistics Execution).
  Ensure that the subsequent document category is defined for the delivery document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type in question. Ensure that it is correctly configured to allow for the creation of subsequent documents.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SPRO and reviewing the settings for the document type.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or modifications in place, review them to ensure they are not interfering with the document flow logic.
  Consult with your ABAP developers if necessary to debug any custom code that may be affecting document category determination.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  Try to replicate the issue with different document types or categories to see if the problem persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is specific to a certain document type or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the document types involved and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the configuration and data structures related to document categories.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document flow and delivery processing for additional insights into how document categories are managed within the system.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization uses user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) for document processing, review these implementations to ensure they are functioning as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message you are encountering.