How To Fix SLS_LORD145 - Sales document ID is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Sales document ID is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD145 - Sales document ID is missing ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD145 indicates that a sales document ID is missing in the context of a sales order or related transaction. This error typically arises during processes that require a reference to a specific sales document, such as when trying to create, update, or process sales orders, deliveries, or billing documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Sales Document ID: The most straightforward cause is that the system is expecting a sales document ID, but it is not provided in the transaction.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have inadvertently skipped entering the sales document ID or entered it incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the sales order processing in the SAP system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the sales document ID correctly.
  Integration Issues: If the sales order is being created or processed through an interface (like EDI or a third-party application), the integration may not be passing the sales document ID correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the sales document ID is correctly entered in the relevant fields. If you are using a transaction code, make sure to fill in all required fields.
  Review Transaction Logs: Check the transaction logs or error logs to see if there are any additional details that can help identify why the sales document ID is missing.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the sales document ID.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the Sales and Distribution module, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message SLS_LORD145 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields, including the sales document ID, to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.