How To Fix FICO1159 - Dependent dates do not exist

FICO1159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Dependent dates do not exist

What causes this issue?

No dependent data exists for an object. This can be because you made
an unpermitted, retroactive change in Customizing to an existing
product that is in use already.
You must delete the object and create it again..

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1159 - Dependent dates do not exist ?

  The SAP error message FICO1159, which states "Dependent dates do not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling (FICO) when there is an issue with the date dependencies in a financial document or transaction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents, creation of invoices, or when executing certain financial reports.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Date Dependencies: The error often indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary dependent dates for a transaction. This can happen if the required date fields are not filled in or if there are inconsistencies in the date settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for date dependencies in the financial module may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Document Flow Issues: If there are issues in the document flow (e.g., a preceding document that is required for the current transaction is missing or not posted), it