How To Fix ISSR7020 - Incorrect/missing link in FI: BELNR &, STBLG &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR7 - ISSR: Messages from Position Management

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Incorrect/missing link in FI: BELNR &, STBLG &

What causes this issue?

There is no link between the reversal document (BELNR) and the reversed
document in FI since the field STBLG is not filled.

System Response

The system transfers the document but cannot create a link to the feeder
system document.

How to fix this error?

Check the feeder system databases (FI).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR7020 - Incorrect/missing link in FI: BELNR &, STBLG & ?

  The SAP error message ISSR7020 "Incorrect/missing link in FI: BELNR &, STBLG &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the financial document link in the system. This error often arises in the context of the integration between the Financial Accounting (FI) module and other modules, such as Controlling (CO) or Asset Accounting (AA).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document: The financial document number (BELNR) or the document year (STBLG) referenced in the transaction does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be valid for the transaction being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., BKPF for document headers, BSEG for document line items).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the financial document.
  Integration Issues: Problems with the integration between different modules (e.g., FI and CO) can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the document number (BELNR) and the document year (STBLG) exist in the system. You can do this by checking the BKPF and BSEG tables.
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to view the data in these tables.
  
  
  
  Validate Document Type: Ensure that the document type used is appropriate for the transaction. Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the financial documents. You can use transaction codes like SARA or SDBA to perform data consistency checks.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the financial documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Review Integration Settings: If the error is related to integration with other modules, review the configuration settings for the integration points between FI and other modules (like CO or AA).
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE16/SE16N: For table data browsing.
  FB03: To display financial documents.
  FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N: For vendor, G/L, and customer line item displays.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial document processing and integration between modules.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ISSR7020 error in your SAP system.