How To Fix VPKGUI004 - Specify an SD document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPKGUI - Sales Pricing, Interface

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Specify an SD document

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a sales order when accessing the expenditure
view/sales price view.

How to fix this error?

Specify a sales order. If you want to process resource-related billing
for a particular item, specify that item too.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPKGUI004 - Specify an SD document ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VPKGUI004 - Specify an SD document
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system expects an SD (Sales and Distribution) document number to be entered or referenced, but it is missing or not specified. Typically, this happens in processes or transactions where an SD document (such as a sales order, delivery, or billing document) is mandatory for further processing, but the user has not provided it.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the creation or processing of delivery documents, billing documents, or other SD-related transactions.
  When using certain SAP GUI transactions or custom programs that require an SD document number as input.
  In scenarios involving integration between SD and other modules (e.g., Warehouse Management, Transportation Management) where the SD document is a key reference.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify the SD Document Number:
  
  Enter the required SD document number (e.g., sales order number, delivery number) in the input field.
  Ensure the document number is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check the Transaction or Program:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct transaction or program that requires an SD document.
  If the document number is supposed to be fetched automatically, check the configuration or user exit/custom code.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Confirm that the SD document is not deleted or blocked.
  Check if the document is relevant for the current process step.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to access the SD document.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or interface, debug to see why the SD document number is not passed or recognized.
  Check for enhancements, user exits, or BAdIs that might affect document handling.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: VPKGUI (related to SD delivery processing)
  Common Transactions Involved: VL01N, VL02N, VL03N (Delivery processing), VF01, VF02 (Billing), VA01, VA02 (Sales orders)
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to VPKGUI004 for specific patches or known issues.
  Integration Points: This message often appears in integration scenarios between SD and Logistics Execution (LE), Warehouse Management (WM), or Transportation Management (TM).
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VPKGUI004 - Specify an SD document means the system requires an SD document number to proceed, but none was provided. To resolve it, ensure the correct SD document number is entered and valid for the transaction or process you are performing.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored troubleshooting steps.