How To Fix FKKINV136 - Document &1 (source document category &2) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Document &1 (source document category &2) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV136 - Document &1 (source document category &2) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV136 indicates that a specific document referenced in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when trying to process an invoice or related document.
  Cause:
  The error message "Document &1 (source document category &2) does not exist" can be caused by several factors:
  
  Document Deletion: The document you are trying to access may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Incorrect Source Document Category: The source document category may not match the expected category for the document you are trying to process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or process the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKKINV136 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Existence: Use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to see if the document exists in the system.
  Review Source Document Category: Ensure that the source document category is correct and corresponds to the document you are trying to process.
  Check for Deletion or Archiving: If the document has been deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or check the archiving settings.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate potential data inconsistencies or authorization issues.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP FI-CA, such as FBL5N, FBL1N, FKKINV, and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to FI-CA and invoice processing for further insights into handling documents and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.