How To Fix PFM_12FI015 - Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_12FI - Messages for FI processes

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_12FI015 - Document &1/&2/&3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PFM_12FI015 indicates that a specific document, identified by its document number and other parameters, does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial document processing, such as when trying to access or post a financial document that has not been created, has been deleted, or is not available in the specified fiscal year or period.
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Created: The document you are trying to access has not been created or saved in the system.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number or other identifiers (like company code or fiscal year) provided may be incorrect.
  Document Deleted: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Fiscal Year/Period Issues: The document may belong to a fiscal year or period that is closed or not open for posting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number and other identifiers (company code, fiscal year) to ensure they are correct.
  Check Document Creation: Ensure that the document was created successfully. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or report where the document should have been generated.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: Check if the document has been deleted or archived. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or use transaction codes like SARA to check archiving status.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the document. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required authorizations.
  Fiscal Year/Period Status: Verify that the fiscal year and period are open for posting. You can check this in the configuration settings or by consulting with your finance team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check for the existence of the document.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs or application logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.