How To Fix VG860 - Unknown error closing intermediate document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VG - EDI Messages in SD

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Unknown error closing intermediate document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VG860 - Unknown error closing intermediate document ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VG860 - Unknown error closing intermediate document
  
  Cause:
  The error VG860 typically occurs during the closing of an intermediate document in SAP Logistics Invoice Verification (LIV) or during invoice processing in Materials Management (MM). The message indicates that SAP encountered an unexpected or unknown error when trying to close or finalize an intermediate document (such as an invoice document or a related accounting document).
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or incomplete data in the intermediate document or related purchase order/invoice.
  Database inconsistencies or missing entries related to the document.
  Authorization issues preventing the system from updating or closing the document.
  Custom enhancements or user exits causing unexpected behavior during document closing.
  Locking or update conflicts in the database tables during the closing process.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the invoice verification or document management settings.
  Technical issues such as short dumps or system errors during the process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Application Log and Short Dumps:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for detailed error messages related to the document.
  Check for any short dumps in ST22 that occurred at the time of the error for more technical details.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Consistency:
  
  Check the intermediate document and related purchase order/invoice for completeness and correctness.
  Use transaction MRBR (Release Blocked Invoices) or MRRL to check for blocked or problematic invoices.
  Use MB03 to display material documents and verify their status.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to close or post the document.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any user exits, BADIs, or enhancements related to invoice verification or document closing, review them for errors or unexpected behavior.
  
  
  
  Database and Lock Checks:
  
  Check for database locks or update conflicts using transaction SM12.
  If locks exist, investigate and release if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Reset the Document:
  
  Sometimes, reprocessing the document or resetting its status can help.
  Use transaction MR11 (Invoice Document Reversal) or MR8M (Cancel Invoice Document) if applicable, then repost.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message VG860 for known bugs or patches.
  Example SAP Note: Check SAP OSS Notes for VG860 or related invoice verification errors.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MIRO - Enter Incoming Invoice
  MRBR - Release Blocked Invoices
  MRRL - Evaluated Receipt Settlement
  MB03 - Display Material Document
  SLG1 - Application Log
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  MR11 - Cancel Invoice Document
  MR8M - Cancel Invoice Document
  
  
  
  Tables to Check:
  
  RBKP - Invoice Document Header
  RSEG - Invoice Document Segment
  BKPF - Accounting Document Header
  BSEG - Accounting Document Segment
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal with keywords: "VG860 Unknown error closing intermediate document"
  Check for notes related to invoice verification errors or document closing issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The VG860 error is a generic message indicating an unknown problem during the closing of an intermediate document in invoice verification. The resolution involves checking logs, verifying data consistency, authorizations, custom code, and system locks. If the problem persists, consult SAP Notes or open a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and dump analysis.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, document numbers, system version), I can help narrow down the cause further.