How To Fix SLS_LORD160 - Deviating sold-to partys &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Deviating sold-to partys &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3)

What causes this issue?

Sold-to party &V2& in reference document &V3& is not the same as sold-to
party &V1& in the current document.

System Response

The system does not allow reference document &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Select a reference document with sold-to party &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD160 - Deviating sold-to partys &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3) ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD160 indicates a mismatch between the sold-to party in the sales order and the sold-to party in the reference document (such as a quotation or contract). This error typically arises during the processing of sales documents when the system detects that the sold-to party in the current document does not match the sold-to party in the referenced document.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Sold-to Parties: The sold-to party in the sales order does not match the sold-to party in the reference document (e.g., quotation, contract).
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating the sales order or reference document.
  Changes in Customer Master Data: Changes made to the customer master data that affect the sold-to party information.
  Document Flow Issues: Issues in the document flow where the reference document has been changed or is not correctly linked.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Sold-to Party Information: Check the sold-to party in both the sales order and the reference document. Ensure they match.
  Correct the Sales Order: If there is a mistake in the sales order, correct the sold-to party to match the reference document.
  Review Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is accurate and up-to-date. If changes were made, verify that they are reflected in all relevant documents.
  Check Document Flow: Ensure that the reference document is correctly linked to the sales order and that there are no discrepancies in the document flow.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to review and modify sales orders.
  Customer Master Data: Use transaction codes like XD01 (Create Customer), XD02 (Change Customer), or XD03 (Display Customer) to manage customer information.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to sales order processing and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SLS_LORD160 error message.