How To Fix GS262 - Line & does not exist

GS262 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Line & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have tried to use a line reference as an operand in a formula.
However, the line reference does not refer to an existing set line:
either the line number is 000 or it is greater than the number of lines
in the set.

System Response

The system rejects the formula.

How to fix this error?

Correct the formula.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS262 - Line & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GS262 "Line & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with line items in a document such as a purchase order, invoice, or other financial documents. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a line item that is not available or does not exist in the specified document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Line Number: The line number referenced in the transaction does not correspond to any existing line item in the document.
  Document Deletion: The document or specific line item may have been deleted or not saved properly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting line numbers or document references.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for certain operations (e.g., it may be locked or in a different processing state).
  System Issues: There may be issues with the SAP system itself, such as inconsistencies in the