How To Fix KB202 - You cannot display this document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 202

• Message text: You cannot display this document

What causes this issue?

The given document number cannot be displayed. Examples of reports that
cannot be displayed
Document number comes from FI
Documents come from planning
Documents come from statistical postings
Documents are from postings of non-allocatable activities

System Response

At present it is not possible to display these documents.

How to fix this error?

Try to use the original document display such as the document display
for non-allocatable activities.
Document numbers from FI are exceptions. Since cost accounting assigns
its own document numbers, you can find the CO document numbers with the
F4 key (possible entries). Enter the document number from FI as a
reference. You may then use the CO document number required to display
the document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB202 - You cannot display this document ?

  The SAP error message KB202, which states "You cannot display this document," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a document (such as a purchase order, invoice, or other financial document) that they do not have the necessary permissions to view or when the document is not available in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorization to view the document. This is the most common cause of this error.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be displayed (e.g., it may be archived or deleted).
  Document Not Found: The document may not exist in the system, possibly due to incorrect document number entry or it being deleted.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict access to certain documents based on user roles or profiles.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the document. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments in the SAP system.
  If the user lacks the required permissions, a system administrator can grant the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document to ensure it is not archived or deleted. If it is archived, you may need to retrieve it from the archive.
  
  
  
  Confirm Document Existence:
  
  Ensure that the document number entered is correct. Double-check for any typos or errors in the document number.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configuration settings that may be causing the problem.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use relevant transaction codes (like ME23N for purchase orders, FB03 for financial documents) to check if the document can be accessed through different means.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly access documents and understand the authorization model in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on authorization objects and how to manage user roles.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.