How To Fix EI518 - Document & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Document & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI518 - Document & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EI518 "Document & does not exist" typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific document that is being referenced in a transaction or process. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to display, edit, or process a document that has either been deleted, not created, or is not accessible due to authorization issues.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Not Created: The document may not have been created yet, or the process that generates the document has not been completed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the document.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: If you have access, check if the document exists in the system using transaction codes relevant to the document type (e.g., FB03 for financial documents).
  Review Deletion Logs: If you suspect the document was deleted, check the deletion logs or consult with your SAP administrator to see if the document was removed.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access the document. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Recreate the Document: If the document was never created, you may need to go through the process to create it again.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the document type you are working with (e.g., FB03 for financial documents, ME23N for purchase orders).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand the context of the document and its lifecycle.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EI518 error in SAP.