How To Fix FV078 - No statements/lists exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: No statements/lists exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV078 - No statements/lists exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message FV078 ("No statements/lists exist in the system") typically occurs when you are trying to access or generate a financial statement or list, but the system cannot find any relevant data to display. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most straightforward reason is that there are no financial statements or lists created for the specified criteria (e.g., company code, fiscal year, etc.).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you entered may not match any existing records in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the statements or lists.
  Data Not Posted: Transactions may not have been posted to the relevant accounts, leading to no data being available for reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial module that prevent the generation of statements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there are indeed transactions posted for the specified criteria. You can do this by checking the relevant accounts in the general ledger.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using (such as company code, fiscal year, period, etc.) are correct and match the data you expect to see.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access the financial statements. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Post Transactions: If no transactions have been posted, ensure that the necessary transactions are entered into the system.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator to review the settings related to financial reporting.
  Use Alternative Reports: If the specific report you are trying to access is not available, consider using alternative reports or transaction codes that may provide the information you need.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to check for data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on financial reporting and the specific reports you are trying to generate.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.