How To Fix FI_E311 - There are &1 lines with empty targets

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 311

• Message text: There are &1 lines with empty targets

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E311 - There are &1 lines with empty targets ?

  The SAP error message FI_E311 ("There are &1 lines with empty targets") typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with postings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that there are line items in a financial document that do not have a valid target account or cost center specified, which is necessary for the posting to be processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target Account: One or more line items in the document do not have a target account specified. This could be due to user error during data entry.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the account determination or the settings for the document type may not be set up correctly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be missing or incomplete information in the target fields.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain accounts or cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Line Items: Check the line items in the document for any that are missing target accounts or cost centers. Ensure that all required fields are filled in.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to user input, correct the entries to include valid target accounts or cost centers.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings for the relevant document type and account determination to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Validation: If the issue arose from data migration, validate the data to ensure all necessary fields are populated correctly.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified accounts or cost centers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or F-02 (General Posting) to review and correct the document.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Financial Accounting to understand the requirements for posting documents and the significance of target accounts and cost centers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.