How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING077 - Documents have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Documents have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING077 - Documents have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING077 Documents have been deleted typically indicates that the system is trying to access accounting documents that have been deleted or are no longer available in the database. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during reporting, posting, or when trying to retrieve historical data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Deletion: The documents may have been intentionally deleted as part of a data cleanup process or due to incorrect configuration settings.
  Archiving: The documents might have been archived, and the system is unable to retrieve them because the archiving process has removed them from the active database.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documents, leading to the perception that they have been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document in question has indeed been deleted or archived. You can do this by checking the relevant tables in the database or using transaction codes like SARA for archiving.
  Review Archiving Settings: If the documents were archived, ensure that the archiving settings are correctly configured and that the necessary documents are still accessible.
  Consult with IT/Support: If you suspect that documents were deleted in error, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate the issue further. They may be able to restore the documents if they have backups.
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the document number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the documents. If not, request the appropriate access from your system administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), SARA (Archive Administration), and SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific guidance or patches that address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document management and archiving processes to understand how documents are handled in your system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to SAP support for further assistance.