How To Fix 12714 - No document exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 714

• Message text: No document exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12714 - No document exists ?

  The SAP error message "12714 No document exists" typically indicates that the system could not find a document that you are trying to access or process. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to display, change, or post a document in modules like Financial Accounting (FI), Materials Management (MM), or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The document you are trying to access may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the document.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., if you are using a distributed system).
  Document Type Issues: The document type may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: If you suspect the document may have been deleted or archived, check with your system administrator or the relevant department to confirm its status.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the document. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use appropriate transaction codes (like FB03 for financial documents, ME23N for purchase orders, etc.) to check if the document exists in the system.
  Check for Data Issues: If you suspect data synchronization issues, consult with your IT department to investigate any potential problems with data consistency.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the module you are working in (e.g., FB03 for financial documents, ME23N for purchase orders).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or system issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with for additional context on document handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.