How To Fix RMINT021 - Document &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMINT - Messages for Internal Access Layer Recipe

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Document &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMINT021 - Document &1/&2/&3/&4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RMINT021 indicates that a specific document (identified by the document number and other parameters) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to access a document that has been deleted or never existed.
  Cause:
  
  Document Deletion: The document may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number or other identifiers (like company code, fiscal year, etc.) may have been entered incorrectly.
  Document Not Created: The document may not have been created yet, or the process that generates the document has not been executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number and other identifiers for accuracy. Ensure that you are using the correct format and values.
  Check Document Existence: Use transaction codes like FB03 (for financial documents) or ME23N (for purchase orders) to check if the document exists in the system.
  Review Deletion Logs: If the document was deleted, check the deletion logs or consult with your SAP administrator to see if it can be restored.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  Consult with IT Support: If the document should exist and you cannot find it, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if it relates to data migration or system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you navigate and troubleshoot document-related issues, such as FB03, ME23N, SE16N (for table access), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RMINT021 error. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management and error handling to understand the context of the error better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RMINT021 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.