How To Fix /SCMB/DOCFLOW120 - Maximum chain &1 invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DOCFLOW -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Maximum chain &1 invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DOCFLOW120 - Maximum chain &1 invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DOCFLOW120 Maximum chain &1 invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the document flow chain. This error indicates that the maximum number of allowed chains for a specific document type has been exceeded or that the chain is not valid for some reason.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Maximum Chains: The system has a predefined limit on the number of document chains that can be created for a specific document type. If this limit is exceeded, the error will be triggered.
  Invalid Chain Configuration: The configuration of the document flow chain may be incorrect or not properly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the chain as valid.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data related to the document flow, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for document flow chains in the SAP SCM system. Ensure that the maximum number of chains is set appropriately and that the chain definitions are correct.
  Review Document Flow: Analyze the document flow for the specific document type in question. Check if there are any unnecessary or redundant chains that can be removed or consolidated.
  Data Cleanup: If there are data integrity issues, perform a cleanup of the relevant data. This may involve correcting or deleting invalid entries in the document flow.
  Increase Maximum Chains: If the business process requires more chains than currently allowed, consider increasing the maximum number of chains in the configuration settings, if feasible.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to document flow and chains for any specific guidelines or recommendations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMB/DOCCL (Document Chain) or /SCMB/DOCCL_MAINT (Maintain Document Chain) to manage document chains.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.