How To Fix /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION008 - Reference document &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Reference document &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION008 - Reference document &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_VALIDATION008 Reference document &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a reference document that is expected to exist for a particular operation or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document: The reference document (e.g., a purchase order, sales order, or production order) that the system is trying to access does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Deletion: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the document from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the reference document actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the document type (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders).
  Check Document Number: Ensure that the document number is entered correctly and matches the expected format.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: If the document was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or create a new document as necessary.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the document. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check for any configuration issues that may be affecting document visibility.
  Error Logs: Review system logs or error messages for additional context that may help identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the type of document you are dealing with (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders, VA03 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SCM, APO) for more context on how reference documents are managed.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.