How To Fix KI103 - No master data record found for object number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: No master data record found for object number &

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to read the master data of object &V1& in order to
enlarge the document. An error occurred during this process.

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?

Check the master data of the object &V1&, in cooperation with SAP if
required. You can use object type &V2& as a reference.
The controlling area and the cost center are specified under object
type KS.
The controlling area, cost center, and activity are specified under KL.
The order number is specified under OR.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI103 - No master data record found for object number & ?

  The SAP error message KI103 ("No master data record found for object number &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post a transaction related to a cost object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) that does not have a corresponding master data record in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to post costs or revenues to a cost object that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the master data for the specified cost object (e.g., cost center, internal order) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Object Number: The object number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Deleted Master Data: The master data record may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the master data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to system errors or incomplete data migration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the specified object number exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code KS03 for cost centers, KO03 for internal orders) and checking if the object is present.
  Create Missing Master Data: If the master data does not exist, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., KS01 for cost centers, KO01 for internal orders).
  Verify Object Number: Double-check the object number you are using to ensure it is correct and formatted properly.
  Check Deletion Flags: If the master data exists but is not active, check if it has been marked for deletion. You may need to reactivate it or create a new record.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and use the master data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs or error logs for additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data in SAP CO, such as:
  
  KS01 - Create Cost Center
  KS02 - Change Cost Center
  KS03 - Display Cost Center
  KO01 - Create Internal Order
  KO02 - Change Internal Order
  KO03 - Display Internal Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing master data in the controlling module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KI103 error and implement the appropriate solution.