How To Fix F1216 - Error reading document ev.type 1&, ev.key 2&, ev.sys.3&.

F1216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F1 - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Error reading document ev.type 1&, ev.key 2&, ev.sys.3&.

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to reverse clearing postings in FI. However, the
system could not find the number of the document you wanted to reverse
in the FI document header file (BKPF), using the following reference
specifications:
- object type &V1&,
- object key &V2&,
- logical system &V3&
Possible causes:
Inconsistencies in the accounting system. The FI document file is no
longer stored in full or in its original condition in the database.
The data in the reconciliation ledger has been changed.

System Response

The posting cannot be made.

How to fix this error?

Use the appropriate tools in the system to check whether the FI document
you want to reverse is in the document file (BKPF).
If necessary, contact your SAP consultant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F1216 - Error reading document ev.type 1&, ev.key 2&, ev.sys.3&. ?

  The SAP error message F1216, which states "Error reading document ev.type 1&, ev.key 2&, ev.sys.3&," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with document management or accounting entries. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve a specific document based on the provided parameters (document type, key, and system).
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Found: The document you are trying to access may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the document.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document management system.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being used to retrieve the document may be incorrect or malformed.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the document from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if the document exists in the system using the document type and