How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_REP116 - Previous document &1 for company code &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_REP -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Previous document &1 for company code &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP116 - Previous document &1 for company code &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP116 Previous document &1 for company code &2 not found typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with document postings in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a previous document that is required for the current operation, which is often related to document flows in financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Document: The specified previous document (identified by &1) does not exist in the system for the specified company code (&2). This could be due to:
  
  The document was never created.
  The document was deleted or archived.
  The document was posted in a different company code.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document reference might be incorrect due to user input errors or system configuration issues.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow that prevent the system from recognizing the previous document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the previous document exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or using the appropriate report to search for the document.
  
  
  Check Company Code: Ensure that you are looking for the document in the correct company code. If the document was posted in a different company code, you will need to access that specific company code.
  
  
  Review Document Flow: If the document is part of a sequence (e.g., invoice followed by payment), ensure that all necessary documents in the flow are present and correctly posted.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect that the document should exist but cannot find it, consult with your SAP support team or IT department. They may need to check for data consistency or perform a database check.
  
  
  Recreate Missing Document: If the document is confirmed to be missing and is essential for the current transaction, you may need to recreate it if possible.
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or process the documents in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB01 (Post Document).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial document processing and document flow to understand the requirements for posting documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to SAP support for further investigation.