How To Fix 8Z238 - Cannot display line items for account &, company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8Z - Messages for Inflation Adjustment

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Cannot display line items for account &, company code &

What causes this issue?

In the master record of the G/L account the line item display was not
activated. A single item adjustment is only possible if the line item
display is active.

System Response

The system cannot adjust the account with the single item method if the
master record settings are not changed.

How to fix this error?

Either change the adjustment method to 'balance method' or change the
settings in the company code depending master record of the account so
that the line display is active.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8Z238 - Cannot display line items for account &, company code & ?

  The SAP error message 8Z238 ("Cannot display line items for account &, company code &") typically occurs when a user attempts to view line items for a specific account in a particular company code, but the system is unable to retrieve the necessary data. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view line items for the specified account and company code.
  Data Not Available: There may be no line items available for the specified account and company code, either because no transactions have been recorded or because the data has been archived.
  Incorrect Account or Company Code: The account number or company code entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the SAP system, such as a database connection problem or a temporary system error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to view line items for the specified account and company code. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments and authorization objects.
  Verify Account and Company Code: Double-check the account number and company code entered to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  Check for Data Availability: Use transaction codes like S_ALR_87012301 (for line item display) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) to see if there are any line items available for the specified account and company code.
  Review Archiving Settings: If data has been archived, check the archiving settings and ensure that the relevant data is still accessible. You may need to restore archived data if necessary.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or technical support to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N (for G/L account line items), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL5N (for customer line items).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or training materials for guidance on how to properly access and display line items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.