How To Fix /SCDL/BO012 - Could not update preceding document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Could not update preceding document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO012 - Could not update preceding document ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO012 Could not update preceding document typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with updating a document that is dependent on a preceding document. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the processing of a planned order, production order, or other related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Preceding Document: The document that needs to be updated may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the update from being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the preceding document.
  Locking Issues: The preceding document may be locked by another user or process, preventing updates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected behavior of the document processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the preceding document exists and is in the correct status for updates.
  Review Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the documents involved. This may involve reviewing the document flow and ensuring all necessary data is present.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the update. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Release Locks: If the document is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve it. This may involve waiting for the lock to be released or contacting the user.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the document types involved. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for the expected updates.
  Check Logs: Review system logs (such as ST22 for dumps or SLG1 for application logs) for any additional error messages or information that can provide more context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or CO02 (Change Production Order) to analyze the document flow and status.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SCDL/BO012 Could not update preceding document.