How To Fix /SCDL/BO042 - Document flow error: temporary number must not be made persistent (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Document flow error: temporary number must not be made persistent (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO042 - Document flow error: temporary number must not be made persistent (&1) ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO042 Document flow error: temporary number must not be made persistent (&1) typically occurs in the context of document flow management within SAP, particularly when dealing with temporary document numbers that are not intended to be saved permanently in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Temporary Document Numbers: The error indicates that there is an attempt to make a temporary document number persistent. Temporary numbers are usually generated for intermediate processing and should not be stored permanently in the database.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the document flow settings or in the way the document is being processed.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the document processing logic, they might be incorrectly handling temporary numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Processing Logic: Review the logic that generates and processes document numbers. Ensure that temporary numbers are not being passed to functions or methods that expect a persistent number.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to document flow in the relevant SAP modules (like SD, MM, etc.). Ensure that the settings align with the intended use of temporary and persistent document numbers.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to identify where the temporary number is being incorrectly handled.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior regarding document numbers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error can occur in various SAP modules that deal with document management, such as Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or others.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you might be using transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  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 addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that temporary document numbers are handled correctly, you should be able to resolve the issue.