How To Fix /SCMB/DL_DBAL_ERROR006 - An error has occurred during checking of an external document number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DL_DBAL_ERROR -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: An error has occurred during checking of an external document number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DL_DBAL_ERROR006 - An error has occurred during checking of an external document number ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DL_DBAL_ERROR006 indicates that there was an issue during the validation or checking of an external document number in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM). This error typically arises in scenarios involving document processing, such as when integrating with external systems or when handling logistics documents.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Invalid Document Number: The external document number being checked may not exist or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the SAP system and the external system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or validate the external document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the integration settings between SAP and the external system.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or bugs in the SAP application could also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the external document number for accuracy. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and exists in the external system.
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the SAP system is consistent with the data in the external system. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the external document.
  Configuration Review: Review the integration configuration settings in SAP to ensure that they are correctly set up for the external system.
  Check Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the specific version of SAP SCM you are using for any known issues or patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMB/DL to access relevant logs or settings related to document handling.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCMB/DL_DBAL_ERROR006 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Integration Scenarios: If this error occurs during an integration scenario, review the integration documentation for the specific external system you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.