How To Fix NI045 - Pricing document & does not exist in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Pricing document & does not exist in system

What causes this issue?

The program needs pricing document no. &V1& to perform the function you
requested.
The system has recorded in a database table that pricing document &V1&
is or may be relevant to the function you requested.
However, document &V1& (header data) could not be found.

System Response

Pricing document &V1& was not taken into account by the system.

How to fix this error?

The reason for the missing data record is likely to be one of the
following:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Pricing document &V1& has already been deleted from the system or
archived.
Hardware or software bug, e.g. faulty entry in index table (LIS
structure S111).
Look into the matter. If necessary, contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NI045 - Pricing document & does not exist in system ?

  The SAP error message NI045 ("Pricing document & does not exist in system") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a pricing document that is referenced in a transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during sales order processing, billing, or when trying to access pricing information.
  Causes of NI045 Error
  
  
  Missing Pricing Document: The pricing document that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  
  
  Document Status: The pricing document may be in a status that does not allow it to be accessed (e.g., it may be locked or archived).
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data that prevent the system from retrieving the pricing document.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the pricing document.
  
  
  Solutions to NI045 Error
  
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number being referenced in the error message to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  Check Document Existence: Use transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) or VK11 (Create Condition) to check if the pricing document exists in the system.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the pricing document is not locked or archived. If it is, you may need to unlock it or restore it from the archive.
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the pricing document. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or BASIS team to investigate further.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VK11, VK12, VK13, VA01, VA02, and VA03 for creating, changing, and displaying sales documents and pricing conditions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the NI045 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and condition records to ensure that your configuration is correct.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the NI045 error in your SAP system.