How To Fix FI156 - Original document not found in the selected documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Original document not found in the selected documents

What causes this issue?

The original document selected by the user is searched for in the
document chain selected by the program but not found.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If an FI document or a parked document is to be selected then usually
an incorrect document type was stated in the selection criterion.
If you have chosen the FI document as document type then now choose the
parked document.
If you have chosen the parked document as document type then now
choose the FI document

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI156 - Original document not found in the selected documents ?

  The SAP error message FI156 ("Original document not found in the selected documents") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to display or process documents in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find the original document that is being referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The original document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for reference.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Document Type Issues: The document type may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow that prevent the system from locating the original document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the document exists and its status.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document.
  Check for Deletion/Archiving: If the document has been deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or check the archive for the document.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate potential data consistency issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document) to navigate through financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on handling financial documents and troubleshooting common errors.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.