How To Fix /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW004 - Dlv. err. &1 &2: Preceding document key is not complete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Dlv. err. &1 &2: Preceding document key is not complete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW004 - Dlv. err. &1 &2: Preceding document key is not complete ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF_DOCFLOW004 Dlv. err. &1 &2: Preceding document key is not complete typically occurs in the context of document flow in SAP, particularly when dealing with logistics or delivery documents. This error indicates that there is an issue with the preceding document key, which is necessary for the system to process the current document.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Document Key: The preceding document key (such as a sales order, purchase order, or delivery document) is not fully specified or is missing required components.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or omissions in the document key fields.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the document types or their relationships.
  Missing Data: The preceding document may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or archived.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Key: Verify that the preceding document key is complete and correctly entered. Ensure that all required fields are filled out.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the status and details of the preceding document.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are errors in the document key, correct them and try processing the document again.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the document types and their relationships are correctly set up in the system.
  Check for Missing Documents: Ensure that the preceding document exists and is not archived or deleted. If it is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for document management, such as VA03, VL03N, ME23N, etc.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document flow and logistics processes for a better understanding of how documents are linked.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the documents in question.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.