How To Fix FIBL566 - No customer/vendor line item found in the document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIBL - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 566

• Message text: No customer/vendor line item found in the document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIBL566 - No customer/vendor line item found in the document ?

  The SAP error message FIBL566 ("No customer/vendor line item found in the document") typically occurs when you are trying to process a financial document (like a payment or invoice) that references a customer or vendor, but the system cannot find any corresponding line items for that customer or vendor in the document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Line Items: The document you are trying to process does not have any line items associated with the specified customer or vendor.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect customer/vendor numbers or document numbers.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for processing (e.g., it may be blocked or already cleared).
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further postings related to that document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Line Items: Review the document to ensure that it has the necessary line items for the customer or vendor. You can do this by navigating to the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents).
  Verify Customer/Vendor Information: Ensure that the customer or vendor number is correct and that it exists in the system.
  Review Document Type: Make sure that the document type you are using is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document to ensure it is not blocked or already cleared.
  Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or create a new document in an open period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the document or the line items, consult with your finance or accounting team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or process the document in question.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting steps.