How To Fix BK820 - System error: No line items exist for document &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 820

• Message text: System error: No line items exist for document &

What causes this issue?

An unexpected system error occurred.
File affected: COEPR

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK820 - System error: No line items exist for document & ?

  The SAP error message BK820 ("System error: No line items exist for document &") typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a financial document (like a journal entry or invoice) that does not have any line items associated with it. This can happen for several reasons, including data entry errors, document deletion, or issues with the document posting process.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted or reversed, resulting in no line items being available.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Posting Errors: There may have been an error during the posting process that prevented line items from being created.
  Data Corruption: In rare cases, data corruption in the database could lead to missing line items.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the display of line items, although this typically results in a different error message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check the status of the document. If it has been deleted or reversed, you will need to create a new document.
  Review Posting Logs: If you suspect a posting error, review the logs for any issues that occurred during the posting process.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect data corruption or if the issue persists, consult your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the document and its line items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document) to navigate through financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial document processing for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.