/ACCGO/IC_MSG042 - Purchase document corresponding to delivery not found

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/IC_MSG -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Purchase document corresponding to delivery not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/IC_MSG042 - Purchase document corresponding to delivery not found ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/IC_MSG042 Purchase document corresponding to delivery not found typically occurs in the context of intercompany processes, particularly when dealing with deliveries and purchase orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding purchase document for a delivery that is being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Purchase Order: The delivery may not have an associated purchase order in the system.
  Incorrect Document Flow: The document flow may not be correctly established between the delivery and the purchase order.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect document numbers or missing information.
  Intercompany Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the intercompany setup that prevent the system from linking the delivery to the purchase order.
  Document Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow it to be linked to the delivery (e.g., it may be closed or deleted).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Purchase Order: Verify that the purchase order exists and is correctly entered in the system. Ensure that it is in an active status.
  Review Document Flow: Check the document flow in the system to ensure that the delivery is correctly linked to the purchase order. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders) and checking the associated documents.
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that all relevant data has been entered correctly, including the delivery number and purchase order number.
  Intercompany Configuration: Review the intercompany configuration settings in SAP to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), and ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on intercompany processes and document flow to ensure that your understanding of the process is correct.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.