How To Fix PFM_01CA174 - Coverage document number &1 does not exist

PFM_01CA174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Coverage document number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA174 - Coverage document number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA174 indicates that a coverage document number specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or other modules that deal with project management and financial planning.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Document: The coverage document number you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The document was never created.
  The document was deleted or archived.
  A typographical error in the document number.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the project or financial planning settings that prevent the system from recognizing the document.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the coverage document.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the coverage document number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct number.
  
  
  Check Document Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query