How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON024 - Table BKPF does not contain any document header information

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_FB_RECON - Conversion to S/4HANA: Reconciliation

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Table BKPF does not contain any document header information

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON024 - Table BKPF does not contain any document header information ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON024 indicates that the system could not find any document header information in the table BKPF for the specified criteria. This error typically arises during financial reconciliation processes or when trying to access financial documents that are expected to exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document: The document you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect document numbers or filters applied during the search.
  Data Deletion: The document might have been deleted or archived, leading to its absence in the BKPF table.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction or report may not match any existing documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  System Errors: There could be underlying issues with the database or system configuration that prevent the retrieval of document information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document number you are trying to access actually exists in the BKPF table. You can do this by running a direct query on the BKPF table or using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the document can be accessed.
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using in the transaction or report. Ensure that they are correct and that you are not filtering out the documents unintentionally.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the financial documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult with IT Support: If the document should exist and you are still encountering the error, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any system issues or data inconsistencies.
  Check for Archiving: If the document has been archived, you may need to access the archived data or consult with your archiving team to retrieve the necessary information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BKPF Table: This table contains the document header data for financial accounting documents in SAP. Each document in the system has a corresponding entry in this table.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB02: Change Document
  FB01: Post Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for FIN_FB_RECON024 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial reconciliation processes to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.