How To Fix F1820 - Clearing document & & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F1 - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Clearing document & & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F1820 - Clearing document & & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message F1820, which states "Clearing document & & & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a clearing document that the system cannot find. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Number: The clearing document number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Deletion: The clearing document may have been deleted or not created due to an error in the posting process.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the clearing document.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to a failed update or a system error.
  Document Type Issues: The document type may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the clearing document number you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the document exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to investigate further.
  Review Deletion Logs: If the document was deleted, check the deletion logs or consult with your SAP administrator to understand why it was removed.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the clearing document. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like SE38 to run any relevant reports or programs that can check for data consistency issues in the financial documents.
  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 relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial document processing for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.