How To Fix FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE020 - No referenced technical cleared items found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE - Central Finance Interface Message Class

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No referenced technical cleared items found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE020 - No referenced technical cleared items found ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE020 ("No referenced technical cleared items found") typically occurs in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module when there is an issue with the data transfer or reconciliation between the source system and the Central Finance system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary cleared items that are referenced in the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cleared Items: The most common cause is that the cleared items that are supposed to be referenced in the Central Finance system do not exist in the source system or have not been transferred correctly.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with the data transfer process, such as incomplete or failed data loads.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Central Finance setup can lead to this error.
  Timing Issues: If the cleared items were created or modified after the last data transfer, they may not be available for reference.
  Document Type or Posting Key Issues: The document types or posting keys used in the source system may not be compatible or correctly mapped in the Central Finance system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cleared Items: Verify that the cleared items exist in the source system. You can do this by checking the relevant accounting documents in the source system.
  Reprocess Data Transfer: If there were issues during the data transfer, consider reprocessing the relevant data. This may involve re-running the data extraction and transfer jobs.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Central Finance system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the data being transferred.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that both the source and Central Finance systems are updated and that any relevant notes or patches from SAP have been applied.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs and error logs in both the source and Central Finance systems for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for logs related to the error.
  Central Finance Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Central Finance for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.