How To Fix SIPT714 - Combination of leading document type &1 and series &2 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Combination of leading document type &1 and series &2 is not unique

What causes this issue?

You have posted a document for which a digital signature is required.
The number of your document is derived from a number range number for
which digital signature generation has been activated in Customizing.
In Customizing, the combination of leading document type and series that
is specified for this number range number has also been specified for
another number range number in the same company code. This is not
permitted.

System Response

Your document can still be posted.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check Customizing for digital signatures (Portugal) and make sure that
each combination of leading document type and series is used only once
within the same company code.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT714 - Combination of leading document type &1 and series &2 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message SIPT714 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of document types and series in the system. Specifically, it means that the combination of the leading document type (denoted as &1) and the series (denoted as &2) is not unique, which can lead to ambiguity in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The leading document type and series combination has been defined multiple times in the system, causing a conflict.
  Incorrect Customization: There may be an error in the customization settings where the same document type is assigned to multiple series.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of documents, the user may have selected a document type and series that are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types and series in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Finance).
  Verify that each document type is assigned to a unique series. If duplicates are found, remove or correct them.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type and Series:
  
  If you find that the same document type is linked to multiple series, decide on a unique combination for each document type and series.
  Update the configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Customization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the settings in the customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) are correctly set up without overlaps.
  Check for any recent changes that might have introduced this conflict.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the document creation process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring document types and series.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) or SIPT (for document type settings) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to document type and series configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the system configuration.