How To Fix FI402 - Document cannot be saved because data is still missing

FI402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Document cannot be saved because data is still missing

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FI402 - Details

• The SAP error message FI402 ("Document cannot be saved because data is still missing") typically occurs in the Financial Accounting (FI) module when you attempt to save a financial document (such as an invoice, journal entry, or payment) that has incomplete or missing required data. This error is a safeguard to ensure that all necessary information is provided before the document is processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields that are mandatory for the document type you are trying to save may not be filled in. This can include fields like account numbers, amounts, tax codes, or other relevant data.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are using may not be compatible with the data you have entered.
  Validation Rules: Custom validation rules or configurations in your SAP system may require additional data that has not been provided.
  Incomplete Master Data: Related master data (like vendor or customer records) may be incomplete or missing