How To Fix SD601 - No documentation available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 601

• Message text: No documentation available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD601 - No documentation available ?

  The SAP error message SD601 ("No documentation available") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when a user attempts to access documentation for a sales document (like a sales order, delivery, or invoice) but the system cannot find any associated documentation.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Documentation: The most common cause is that there is no documentation created for the specific sales document. This could be due to the document not being processed completely or not having any related documents (like delivery or billing documents).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documentation related to the sales document.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the documentation from being generated or displayed.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow that prevent the documentation from being linked correctly.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the sales document. Ensure that it has been processed correctly and that related documents (like deliveries or invoices) exist.
  
  
  Create Missing Documentation: If documentation is indeed missing, you may need to create it manually or reprocess the sales document to generate the necessary documentation.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view the documentation. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to document management and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), and VF03 (Display Billing Document) to check the status and details of the documents.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Sales and Distribution processes and documentation management.
  
  
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.