How To Fix /SCMB/DOCFLOW052 - No network ID (or link ID) transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DOCFLOW -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: No network ID (or link ID) transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DOCFLOW052 - No network ID (or link ID) transferred ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DOCFLOW052 No network ID (or link ID) transferred typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the data being processed in the document flow. This error indicates that the system expected a network ID or link ID to be present in the data being processed, but it was not provided.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the relevant network ID or link ID was not included in the transaction or document being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SCM system that prevent the correct IDs from being generated or transferred.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from an external system to SAP), there may be issues with the data mapping or transfer process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the network or link IDs correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the transaction or document being processed includes the necessary network ID or link ID. Review the input data for completeness.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure that the system is set up correctly to generate and handle network IDs and link IDs.
  Data Mapping: If data is being transferred from an external system, review the data mapping and transformation logic to ensure that the IDs are being correctly passed to SAP.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the ID is being lost or not generated. This may involve looking at the relevant function modules or BAPIs.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to document flow in SCM, such as /SCMB/DOCLIST or /SCMB/DOCPROCESS.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.