How To Fix BE018 - No history exists for item &

BE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No history exists for item &

What causes this issue?

There is no history. Item &V1& has not yet been reduced.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE018 - No history exists for item & ?

  The SAP error message BE018 ("No history exists for item &") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when a user attempts to access historical data for a specific material or item that does not have any recorded history in the system. This can happen in various transactions, such as when trying to view the stock overview, material documents, or other related reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Transactions Recorded: The item in question has not been involved in any transactions (e.g., goods receipts, goods issues, stock transfers) since it was created.
  Data Deletion: Historical data may have been deleted or archived, leading to the absence of records for the item.
  Incorrect Item Number: The item number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent the display of historical data for certain items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Item Number: Double-check the item number you are trying