How To Fix 1I166 - No data found for account &1/&3 (internal acct no. &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No data found for account &1/&3 (internal acct no. &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I166 - No data found for account &1/&3 (internal acct no. &2) ?

  The SAP error message 1I166 indicates that there is no data found for a specific internal account in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when trying to retrieve or process data related to a specific account.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Account Not Maintained: The internal account specified in the error message may not have been set up or maintained in the system.
  Data Not Posted: There may not be any transactions or postings associated with the specified account for the given period.
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number provided in the error message may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no data being found.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Account Setup: Check if the internal account (account number &2) is correctly set up in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction.
  Check for Transactions: Look for any postings or transactions related to the account for the specified period. If there are none, this is likely the reason for the error.
  Review Input Data: Ensure that the account number and any other input parameters are entered correctly. Double-check for typos or incorrect values.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are running a report or transaction, try broadening the selection criteria to see if any data can be retrieved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data for the specified account. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check account details, such as:
  
  FS00: For managing G/L accounts.
  FBL3N: For displaying G/L account line items.
  KSB1: For displaying cost center line items.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on financial accounting and controlling processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.