How To Fix FINS_FI_SIF017 - No line items have been found for document &1/&2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_SIF - SAP S/4HANA Finance: Subsequent Implementation of Functions

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No line items have been found for document &1/&2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF017 - No line items have been found for document &1/&2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF017 indicates that no line items were found for a specified document in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to display or process a financial document (like an invoice or a journal entry) and the system cannot find any associated line items.
  Causes:
  
  Document Does Not Exist: The document number you are trying to access may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Deletion: The line items may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for display.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the line items for the specified document.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the document may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document number and type you are using are correct. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying financial documents).
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Review Data Deletion/Archiving: If the document was archived or deleted, you may need to check the archiving settings or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view the line items for the document. You may need to contact your security administrator for assistance.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are not too restrictive. Make sure you are searching in the correct period and for the correct document type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Items), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items), and FBL5N (Customer Line Items) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address your situation.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.