How To Fix FINS_FI_SIF028 - Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Document was not found in the database.

System Response

Processing is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF028 - Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF028 indicates that a specific document, identified by its document number, company code, and fiscal year, does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to display, post, or process a financial document that the system cannot find.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number, company code, or fiscal year entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific restrictions or may not be available for the operation being performed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Details: Double-check the document number, company code, and fiscal year for accuracy. Ensure that you are using the correct format and values.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the document exists. If it does not, check if it has been archived or deleted.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If the document should exist but cannot be found, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate potential data migration issues or system errors.
  Check for Archiving: If the document has been archived, you may need to access the archive to retrieve it. This can typically be done through transaction codes related to archiving, such as SARA.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document) to navigate through financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial document management for further insights into handling documents and troubleshooting errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.