How To Fix /PF1/FI_PROXY018 - FI document with reference key &1 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FI_PROXY -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: FI document with reference key &1 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FI_PROXY018 - FI document with reference key &1 was not found ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FI_PROXY018 FI document with reference key &1 was not found typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a financial document (FI document) associated with the reference key provided. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during document retrieval, posting, or processing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Reference Key: The reference key provided may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Document Deletion: The financial document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity that prevent the document from being found.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how documents are stored or retrieved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Reference Key: Check the reference key you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents).
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document has not been deleted or archived. You can check the document status in the relevant tables (e.g., BKPF for document header).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data integrity issues. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for this.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the document. You may need to contact your security team to verify your roles and permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document).
  Tables: Understand the relevant tables involved in financial document processing, such as:
  
  BKPF: Accounting Document Header
  BSEG: Accounting Document Segment
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.