How To Fix VF004 - Reference document &1 &2 (error during INSERT).

VF004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Reference document &1 &2 (error during INSERT).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF004 - Reference document &1 &2 (error during INSERT). ?

  The SAP error message VF004, which states "Reference document &1 &2 (error during INSERT)," typically occurs during the processing of billing documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there was an issue when trying to insert a reference document into the database, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of VF004 Error
  
  
  Database Locking Issues: The document you are trying to reference may be locked by another process or user, preventing the insert operation.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the billing process, they might be causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions to VF004 Error
  
  
  Check Database Locks: Use