How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001008 - Internal error; document & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Internal error; document & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001008 - Internal error; document & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001008 indicates that there is an internal error related to a document that the system cannot find. This error typically occurs during financial document processing, such as posting or processing transactions in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The document you are trying to access may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are using may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database, such as corruption or inconsistency.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the document from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the document can be accessed. If it cannot be found, it may have been deleted or archived.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to ensure that there are no issues with the database. This may require the assistance of a database administrator.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing user roles and profiles.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to financial document processing and error messages.
  User Authorizations: Understanding user roles and authorizations in SAP can help prevent access-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error message FDC_POSTING_001008.