How To Fix WB2B260 - No relevant items exist for follow-on document creation in document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 260

• Message text: No relevant items exist for follow-on document creation in document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B260 - No relevant items exist for follow-on document creation in document &1 ?

  The SAP error message WB2B260 "No relevant items exist for follow-on document creation in document &1" typically occurs in the context of creating follow-on documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.) from a preceding document (like a quotation or a sales order). This error indicates that there are no items in the specified document that can be used to create the follow-on document.
  Causes:
  
  No Items in the Document: The original document (e.g., a quotation or sales order) may not have any items that meet the criteria for creating a follow-on document.
  Item Status: The items in the original document may be in a status that does not allow for follow-on document creation (e.g., they may be marked as deleted or inactive).
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the original document may not allow for the creation of the specific follow-on document you are trying to create.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data for the items may be missing, preventing the creation of the follow-on document.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits that restrict the creation of follow-on documents based on certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Original Document: Review the original document (e.g., quotation or sales order) to ensure that it contains items that are eligible for follow-on document creation.
  Verify Item Status: Ensure that the items in the document are active and not marked for deletion or inactive.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration of the document types involved to ensure that they allow for the creation of the desired follow-on document.
  Complete Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields for the items in the original document are filled out correctly.
  Consult Custom Logic: If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, consult with your technical team to see if any custom logic is affecting the follow-on document creation.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like ME23N for purchase orders or VA03 for sales orders) to view the original document and its items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the documents you are working with (e.g., ME21N for creating purchase orders, VA01 for creating sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for materials management, SD for sales and distribution) for more details on document flow and follow-on documents.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and business processes.