How To Fix WS815 - Document &1 is processed with reference &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 815

• Message text: Document &1 is processed with reference &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS815 - Document &1 is processed with reference &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS815 Document &1 is processed with reference &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This message typically occurs in SAP Workflow or Document Management scenarios where a document (e.g., a workflow task, a document in Document Management System, or a business document like an invoice or purchase order) is being processed or posted, but it has already been processed or referenced by another document or workflow step.
  
  &1 = Document number that is currently being processed.
  &2 = Reference document number that has already processed or referenced the document &1.
  
  In other words, the system is informing you that the document you are trying to process has already been processed or linked with another document, preventing duplicate processing or inconsistent data handling.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Duplicate processing attempt: Trying to post or process a document that has already been posted or processed.
  Document reference check: The system enforces a check to avoid double processing or double referencing of the same document.
  Workflow or document status: The document might be locked or already completed in a workflow step.
  Custom validation or user-exit: Sometimes custom code or validations trigger this message to prevent inconsistent document handling.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  Check document status: Verify the status of document &1 in the system. Confirm if it has already been processed or posted.
  Check references: Look at the reference document &2 to understand how it relates to document &1.
  Avoid duplicate processing: If the document is already processed, do not attempt to process it again.
  Review workflow steps: If this occurs in a workflow, check if the workflow step has already been completed or if the document is locked.
  Consult logs or change documents: Check change documents or application logs to see who or what processed the document previously.
  Custom code check: If you have custom validations or user-exits, review them to ensure they are not causing this message incorrectly.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WS815 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is informational or warning type, depending on the context.
  It helps maintain data integrity by preventing duplicate postings or inconsistent document references.
  The exact module or transaction where this message appears can vary (e.g., MM, FI, Workflow, DMS).
  If unsure, use transaction SE91 to look up message WS815 and see the message class and documentation.
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow logs if related to workflow.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or module context, I can give more tailored advice.
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Document &1 is already processed or referenced by document &2, preventing duplicate processing.
  
  Solution: Verify document statuses, avoid duplicate processing, check workflow or custom validations, and consult logs or SAP Notes.
  
  Let me know if you need help with a specific scenario or module!