How To Fix G4020 - No FI document header in company & with document & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No FI document header in company & with document & &

What causes this issue?

Internal error- This should not happen.

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?

Please create an OSS-message with a brief description of the document.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4020 - No FI document header in company & with document & & ?

  The SAP error message G4020, which states "No FI document header in company & with document & &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access or process a Financial Accounting (FI) document that does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during document posting, reporting, or when trying to display a document.
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Created: The FI document may not have been created or posted correctly.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the specified company code.
  Company Code Mismatch: The company code specified in the transaction may not match the company code associated with the document.
  Data Deletion: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document exists in the system using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  Check Document Number and Company Code: Ensure that the document number and company code you are using are correct. You can do this by cross-referencing with the relevant transaction logs or reports.
  Review Posting Process: If the document was supposed to be created during a posting process, review the posting logs to ensure that the process completed successfully.
  Check for Deletion or Archiving: If the document was deleted or archived, consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to see if it can be restored or if you need to access archived data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) for checking document details.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to FI document processing for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G4020 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.