How To Fix V2015 - The reference has already been completely copied or rejected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V2 - Kopierfunktionen der Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 015

• Message text: The reference has already been completely copied or rejected

What causes this issue?

The reference document cannot be further referenced because all items
have either been referenced or rejected.

How to fix this error?

Check the document number that you have entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V2015 - The reference has already been completely copied or rejected ?

  The SAP error message V2015, which states "The reference has already been completely copied or rejected," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with sales documents such as quotations, sales orders, or deliveries. This error indicates that the system has already processed the reference document (e.g., a quotation or a previous order) and that it cannot be copied again because it has either been fully copied into another document or has been rejected.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The reference document has already been fully processed, meaning all relevant data has been copied to another document.
  Rejection: The reference document may have been explicitly rejected, preventing further copying.
  Duplicate Processing: There may be an attempt to copy a document that has already been copied in the past.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that govern how documents are copied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the reference document. If it has been fully copied or rejected, you will need to create a new document or modify the existing one instead of trying to copy it again.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VA02 (Change Sales Order) to check the document flow and see if the reference document has been processed.
  Create a New Document: If the reference document cannot be reused, consider creating a new sales document based on the current requirements.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe this error is occurring incorrectly or due to a system issue, consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  Check Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to document copying in the SD module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales Order) to manage sales documents effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error V2015 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on sales order processing and document management for a better understanding of how references are handled in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the V2015 error and proceed with your sales document processing in SAP.