How To Fix MSITEM120 - General Ledger line item & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 120

• Message text: General Ledger line item & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM120 - General Ledger line item & not found ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM120 typically indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) line item could not be found in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents, when trying to display line items, or when executing reports that require access to G/L line items.
  Causes of MSITEM120
  
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Document Not Posted: The document may not have been posted successfully, or it may have been reversed or deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the G/L line items.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or corruption.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  
  Solutions to MSITEM120
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check if the document exists and its status.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the G/L line items. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Check for Data Consistency: Run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the database is not corrupted.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are running a report, try broadening the selection criteria to see if that yields results.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FS10N: G/L Account Balance Display
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user manuals for additional troubleshooting steps related to G/L line items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MSITEM120 error and implement a solution.