How To Fix FIN_SEPA_EN008 - Cleared document &1 is not found in Accounting Document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_SEPA_EN - Messages for SEPA Mandates in FIN

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Cleared document &1 is not found in Accounting Document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_SEPA_EN008 - Cleared document &1 is not found in Accounting Document ?

  The SAP error message FIN_SEPA_EN008 indicates that a cleared document (usually a payment or a clearing document) is not found in the accounting document. This error typically arises in the context of SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions, particularly when dealing with electronic payments and bank statements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Not Found: The specific cleared document referenced in the error message does not exist in the accounting records. This could be due to:
  
  The document was deleted or not posted correctly.
  The document was posted in a different company code or fiscal year.
  The document was cleared but not properly linked to the accounting document.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the payment and the accounting entries, possibly due to manual changes or errors during data entry.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues with the configuration of the SEPA payment process or the clearing process in SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the cleared document exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to look for the document number.
  Ensuring that the document is in the correct company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Check Clearing Status: Ensure that the document has been cleared properly. You can check the clearing status using transaction FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for SEPA payments and clearing processes. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured in the SAP system.
  
  
  Reprocess Payment: If the document is missing or incorrectly processed, you may need to reprocess the payment or clearing document. This could involve reversing the original transaction and re-entering it.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Engage Technical Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  
  
  
  SEPA Configuration: Understanding the configuration of SEPA payments in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes settings related to payment methods, house banks, and payment formats.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and payment processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.