How To Fix WB2_SE_INVC_AGENCY227 - Data inconsistency: settl. management document &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2_SE_INVC_AGENCY - Message Class for Invoices (Settlement Management)

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Data inconsistency: settl. management document &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Settlement management document item &V1& is a follow-on document of
trading contract &V2&. However, the settlement management document item
&V1& does not exist.

System Response

The invoice cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Verify the data constellation.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2_SE_INVC_AGENCY227 - Data inconsistency: settl. management document &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WB2_SE_INVC_AGENCY227 indicates a data inconsistency issue where the settlement management document referenced does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of settlement management processes, particularly when dealing with invoices or settlements in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Document: The settlement management document that the system is trying to access or process does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The document was never created.
  The document was deleted or archived.
  There is a mismatch in the document number or reference.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete transactions or errors during data entry.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the settlement management module could lead to the system looking for documents that are not properly set up.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence:
  
  Check if the settlement management document exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE16N or SE11 to look up the relevant tables (e.g., WB2_SE_INVC).
  Ensure that the document number referenced in the error message is correct.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore Document:
  
  If the document is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from an archive if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the settlement management module to identify and rectify any inconsistencies. This may involve using specific SAP reports or tools designed for data consistency checks.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the settlement management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16N (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: Understand the relevant tables involved in settlement management, such as WB2_SE_INVC and others related to your specific business processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user manuals related to settlement management for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.