How To Fix WS332 - Indicator 'Read document data selectively' must not be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Indicator 'Read document data selectively' must not be set

What causes this issue?

If you carry out a recompilation that also covers subsequent settlement
or the document index, you must read the document data in full.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delete the indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS332 - Indicator 'Read document data selectively' must not be set ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS332 - Indicator 'Read document data selectively' must not be set
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the indicator 'Read document data selectively' is set in a context where it is not allowed or expected. Typically, this happens during document processing or data retrieval in SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or related modules when the system expects to read the full document data but finds that the selective read indicator is active.
  The indicator 'Read document data selectively' (often a checkbox or a flag in the program or function module) controls whether the system reads the entire document data or only parts of it. If this flag is set incorrectly, the system raises the WS332 error to prevent inconsistent or partial data processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During document display or processing in FI.
  When using certain function modules or BAPIs that expect full document data.
  When custom code or user exits/enhancements incorrectly set this indicator.
  In scenarios involving selective data reads, e.g., partial document retrieval for performance reasons, but the process requires full data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the indicator setting:
  
  Identify where the indicator 'Read document data selectively' is being set.
  This could be in a custom program, user exit, BAdI implementation, or standard SAP code.
  
  
  
  Correct the flag usage:
  
  Ensure that the indicator is not set when the process requires full document data.
  If you are using a function module or BAPI, refer to its documentation to understand when this flag should be set or cleared.
  
  
  
  Review custom code:
  
  If the error arises from custom developments, debug the code to find where the flag is set.
  Remove or conditionally set the flag only when selective reading is supported.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WS332 for any known issues or patches.
  Review SAP standard documentation for the function modules or transactions involved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  The indicator is often related to performance optimization where only parts of a document are read.
  Function modules like FI_DOCUMENT_READ or similar might have parameters controlling selective reading.
  WS332 is a safeguard to prevent inconsistent data processing.
  If you are unsure about the flag's usage, consult SAP standard documentation or SAP support.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: The 'Read document data selectively' indicator is set in a context where full document data reading is mandatory.
  Solution: Do not set the indicator when full document data is required; adjust custom code or usage accordingly.
  Check: Custom code, function module parameters, and SAP Notes for guidance.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or program where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific instructions.