How To Fix /SPE/ID_HANDLING157 - Incorrect EGR documents for purchase order or scheduling agreement

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/ID_HANDLING -

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Incorrect EGR documents for purchase order or scheduling agreement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/ID_HANDLING157 - Incorrect EGR documents for purchase order or scheduling agreement ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/ID_HANDLING157 Incorrect EGR documents for purchase order or scheduling agreement typically occurs in the context of handling EGR (External Goods Receipt) documents in relation to purchase orders or scheduling agreements. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the documents related to the goods receipt process.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Mismatch: The EGR document may not correspond correctly to the purchase order or scheduling agreement. This can happen if the document was created incorrectly or if there are changes in the purchase order that were not reflected in the EGR document.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data in the EGR document may be missing or incorrect, leading to validation errors when the system checks the document against the purchase order or scheduling agreement.
  
  
  Status Issues: The purchase order or scheduling agreement may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of an EGR document, such as being blocked or completed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the business processes, leading to errors in document handling.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Consistency: Verify that the EGR document corresponds correctly to the purchase order or scheduling agreement. Ensure that all relevant details (like item numbers, quantities, and delivery dates) match.
  
  
  Review Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the EGR document are filled out correctly. This includes checking for any missing information that may be required for processing.
  
  
  Status Verification: Check the status of the purchase order or scheduling agreement. If it is blocked or completed, you may need to take appropriate actions to unblock it or create a new document.
  
  
  Recreate EGR Document: If the EGR document is found to be incorrect, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct information.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to EGR processing in SAP. Ensure that they align with your business processes and requirements.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If necessary, contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MIGO (Goods Movement) to navigate and troubleshoot the documents involved.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EGR processing and purchase order management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to process the EGR has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.