How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING450 - No posted document exists for the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 450

• Message text: No posted document exists for the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING450 - No posted document exists for the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING450 No posted document exists for the selection criteria typically occurs when you are trying to retrieve or display accounting documents in the SAP system, but the system cannot find any documents that match the criteria you have specified. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of financial accounting or project accounting.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria you have entered (such as date range, document type, company code, etc.) do not match any existing posted documents.
  No Posted Documents: There may simply be no posted documents in the system for the specified criteria.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documents, which can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  Data Archiving: If documents have been archived, they may not be available for retrieval using the standard selection criteria.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent documents from being posted or retrieved correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that the date range, document type, company code, and other parameters are correct and relevant.
  Expand Search Parameters: If possible, broaden your search parameters to see if any documents exist outside of your initial criteria.
  Verify Document Posting: Ensure that documents have actually been posted in the system. You can check this by looking at the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB03 for viewing financial documents).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the documents. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Consult with IT/Support: If you suspect that there may be issues with data archiving or configuration, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.