How To Fix V1503 - Item has been created by full reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Item has been created by full reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1503 - Item has been created by full reference ?

  The SAP error message V1503 ("Item has been created by full reference") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to create or modify a sales document (like a sales order or quotation) that has been created using a reference document. This error indicates that the item you are trying to modify or delete cannot be changed because it was created based on a full reference, meaning it is linked to another document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reference Document: The item in question was created using a reference document (like a sales order, quotation, or contract) and is therefore tied to that document's data.
  Modification Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent changes to items that are fully referenced to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Reference Document: Review the original document from which the item was created. If you need to make changes, consider modifying the original document instead.
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