How To Fix RE004 - Item &1 does not exist in document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Item &1 does not exist in document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE004 - Item &1 does not exist in document &2 ?

  The SAP error message RE004 ("Item &1 does not exist in document &2") typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) or related modules when there is an attempt to reference an item in a document that does not exist. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to process a transaction, post an invoice, or perform a document change.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Number: The item number specified in the transaction does not match any item in the referenced document.
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted or archived, making the item unavailable.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or corruption.
  User Error: The user may have entered the wrong document number or item number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Item and Document Numbers: Check the item number and document number you are trying to reference. Ensure they are correct and correspond to existing entries in the system.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document is not deleted or archived. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction or report.
  Review Transaction Logs: If applicable, check transaction logs or change logs to see if there were any recent changes to the document or item that could have caused the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies in the database. This may require the help of a technical team or SAP Basis administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are performing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP Help Desk for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to document management and real estate management, such as RECN (Real Estate Contract Management) or REIS (Real Estate Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RE004 error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering document and item numbers to minimize user errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RE004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.