How To Fix SIPT301 - Document digitally signed in SD; check number range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Document digitally signed in SD; check number range

What causes this issue?

The document was originally created from a Sales and Distribution (SD)
process and should be digitally signed in SD. However, the current
accounting document is assigned to a document type/number range that
will also be digitally signed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The accounting document must not be digitally signed again. Check your
Customizing settings for this document type in the SIPT_NUMBR_FI_V view
using transaction SM30.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT301 - Document digitally signed in SD; check number range ?

  The SAP error message SIPT301 indicates that there is an issue related to the digital signature of a document in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. Specifically, it suggests that the document has been digitally signed, but there is a problem with the number range associated with that document.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Issue: The error typically arises when the number range for the document type is not properly configured or is exhausted. This can happen if the number range is not defined, or if the current number range is not sufficient to accommodate new document entries.
  Digital Signature Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the digital signature settings in the system, which could lead to inconsistencies when trying to sign documents.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the document, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Find the relevant number range object for the document type in question.
  Ensure that the number range is defined and that there are available numbers in the range. If the range is exhausted, you may need to extend it.
  If necessary, adjust the number range settings to ensure that it can accommodate new documents.
  
  
  
  Review Digital Signature Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for digital signatures in the system. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under the relevant SD module.
  Ensure that the digital signature settings are correctly configured and that they align with the document types being used.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the document.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SNRO for number ranges, SCC1 for client copy, and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to digital signatures and number range management for further insights.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the number range configuration and ensuring that digital signature settings are correct, you should be able to resolve the SIPT301 error in SAP.