How To Fix MSITEM021 - Internal error in FI_ITEMS_LDB_SELECTIONS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSITEM - Line Item Display with ALV, RFITEM**

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Internal error in FI_ITEMS_LDB_SELECTIONS

What causes this issue?

,,An internal error has occurred in the function module
FI_ITEMS_LDB_SELECTIONS

System Response

,,The line item selection cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

,,Contact SAP.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM021 - Internal error in FI_ITEMS_LDB_SELECTIONS ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM021 with the description "Internal error in FI_ITEMS_LDB_SELECTIONS" typically indicates an issue related to the selection logic in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with item selections in a report or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the underlying data that the report or transaction is trying to access.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing conflicts or errors in the standard logic.
  System Bugs: There could be a bug in the SAP system version you are using, which might lead to this internal error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the FI module could lead to unexpected behavior and errors.
  Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it might lead to timeouts or internal errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies. You may also want to run consistency checks if available.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review them for potential issues. You may need to debug the code to identify the root cause.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Applying a relevant note or patch may resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the configuration settings in the FI module are correct and align with best practices.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to replicate the issue and gather more context.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant programs to trace the execution flow and identify where the error occurs.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the data and execute the transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the MSITEM021 error in your SAP system.