How To Fix FY071 - No SD document exists for document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FY - Payment Cards

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No SD document exists for document

What causes this issue?

The system could not locate a <GL:Sales_Document>sales document</> for
this <GL:Accounting_Document>accounting document</>. This accounting
document was not created from a <GL:Billing_Document>SD billing
document</>. Accounting documents with payment card data can also be
created from other applications or customer enhancements.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FY071 - No SD document exists for document ?

  The SAP error message FY071 ("No SD document exists for document") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to post or process a financial document that is expected to be linked to a Sales and Distribution (SD) document, but no such document can be found in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing SD Document: The most common cause is that the SD document (like a sales order, delivery, or billing document) that should be linked to the financial document does not exist or has not been created.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not be correctly configured to link with the SD documents.
  Document Deletion: The SD document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the financial transaction.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the SD and FI modules, possibly due to incomplete or incorrect data entry.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the SD document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for SD Document: Verify if the relevant SD document exists in the system. You can do this by checking the sales order, delivery, or billing document in the appropriate transaction (e.g., VA03 for sales orders).
  Create Missing Document: If the SD document does not exist, create it as needed. Ensure that all necessary details are filled out correctly.
  Review Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the document types in both the SD and FI modules to ensure they are set up correctly to link with each other.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies between the SD and FI modules. This may involve checking for incomplete transactions or missing links.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the SD documents. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order), VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery), and VF03 (Display Billing Document) to investigate the SD documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error FY071 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Integration Points: Understand the integration points between the SD and FI modules, as well as any customizations that may have been implemented in your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD and FI modules for further assistance.