How To Fix FCO_SFIN035 - &1 line items in table COEP with empty field POSNR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_SFIN - FI-CO Simplified Financials

• Message number: 035

• Message text: &1 line items in table COEP with empty field POSNR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_SFIN035 - &1 line items in table COEP with empty field POSNR ?

  The SAP error message FCO_SFIN035 indicates that there are line items in the COEP table (which is the table for CO (Controlling) line items) that have an empty field for the position number (POSNR). This can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and can affect the integrity of your controlling data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is data inconsistency, where line items are recorded without a valid position number. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Issues during data migration or system upgrades.
  Incorrect configuration in the system that allows for the creation of line items without a position number.
  
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with the COEP table, they may inadvertently create entries without a position number.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If there are integration points with other modules (like FI, MM, etc.), issues in the data flow can lead to incomplete records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Affected Entries: Use SQL queries or transaction codes (like SE16N) to identify the line items in the COEP table that have an empty POSNR field. For example:
  SELECT * FROM COEP WHERE POSNR IS NULL;
  
  
  Data Correction: Depending on the business process and the nature of the data, you may need to:
  
  Manually correct the entries by providing valid position numbers.
  Delete erroneous entries if they are not needed.
  If the entries are part of a larger transaction, you may need to reverse or correct the original transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code: Review any custom programs or enhancements that may be affecting the COEP table to ensure they are functioning correctly and not creating invalid entries.
  
  
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that they are set up correctly to prevent the creation of line items without position numbers.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to handle it.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, ensure to test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  COEP Table: This table contains line items for controlling documents. Each entry corresponds to a specific transaction in the controlling area.
  POSNR Field: The POSNR field represents the position number of the line item, which is crucial for identifying and linking the line item to its corresponding document or transaction.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE16N (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that can help you analyze and manage data in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling for further assistance.