How To Fix FI013 - System error: No master record for internal item number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 013

• Message text: System error: No master record for internal item number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI013 - System error: No master record for internal item number & ?

  The SAP error message FI013 ("System error: No master record for internal item number &") typically occurs in the Financial Accounting (FI) module when the system is unable to find a master record for a specific internal item number. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during document posting, invoice processing, or when trying to access certain financial data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The internal item number referenced in the error does not have a corresponding master record in the system. This could be due to data not being created or deleted inadvertently.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper linking of master data to the transaction.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the migration process that resulted in missing records.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master data, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify if the master record for the internal item number exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., vendor master, customer master, etc.) and checking if the record is present.
  Create Missing Records: If the master record is missing, create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., XK01 for vendor master, XD01 for customer master).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the relevant financial processes.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for master data management, such as:
  
  XK01 (Create Vendor)
  XD01 (Create Customer)
  FS00 (G/L Account Master)
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on master data management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FI013 error and implement a solution to resolve it.