How To Fix SD206 - Document & was copied to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Document & was copied to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD206 - Document & was copied to & ?

  The SAP error message SD206 ("Document & was copied to &") typically indicates that a document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice) has been copied to another document. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message that indicates a successful copying process.
  Cause:
  
  Document Copying: This message is generated when a document is created based on another document. For example, when a sales order is copied to a delivery or an invoice is created from a sales order.
  Configuration Settings: The copying process is often defined in the configuration settings of the SAP system, where specific document types are set to allow copying from one to another.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Flow: If you encounter this message and it is unexpected, check the document flow to ensure that the copying process is functioning as intended. You can do this by navigating to the relevant document and checking its history or flow.
  Review Configuration: If the copying behavior is not desired, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to adjust the copying rules. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the document flow and copying processes within the SAP system to avoid confusion regarding this message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), and VF01 (Create Billing Document) to understand where the copying might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to document copying in your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and copying processes in Sales and Distribution (SD).
  
  If you are facing issues beyond this informational message, it may be helpful to provide more context or specific symptoms related to the problem for further assistance.