How To Fix UMB223 - Empty document

UMB223 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Empty document

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB223 - Empty document ?

  The SAP error message UMB223 "Empty document" typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to create or process a document that does not contain any data or relevant entries. This can happen in various modules, including SAP MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or others where document creation is involved.
  Causes of UMB223 Error
  
  No Data Entered: The most common cause is that the user has not entered any data in the required fields of the document.
  Incomplete Document: The document may have been partially filled out, but essential information is missing.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to create a valid document.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify the document, leading to an empty document error.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such