How To Fix KI404 - No documents exist to be reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: No documents exist to be reversed

What causes this issue?

You called the Reverse function for version &V1&, fiscal year &V2& and
period interval &V3& to &V4&. However, there are no documents to be
reversed.

System Response

A reversal is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check your input values.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI404 - No documents exist to be reversed ?

  The SAP error message KI404 ("No documents exist to be reversed") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the system cannot find any documents that can be reversed for the specified criteria.
  Causes:
  
  No Existing Documents: There are simply no documents available for reversal in the specified period or for the specified internal order or cost center.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for documents may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  Document Already Reversed: The document you are trying to reverse may have already been reversed, which means there are no original documents left to reverse.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or reverse the documents.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow that prevent the reversal from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the document you are trying to reverse actually exists. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., KO03 for internal orders, KOB1 for cost centers) to see if the document is listed.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to find the documents are correct. Check the date range, document type, and other filters to ensure they are set appropriately.
  Check for Previous Reversals: Confirm whether the document has already been reversed. If it has, you will not be able to reverse it again.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and reverse the documents. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required access.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect data consistency issues or if the problem persists despite checking the above points, consult your IT support team or SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  KOB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  KSV5: Display Plan/Actual Comparison for Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the Controlling module for more detailed information on document management and reversals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KI404 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.