How To Fix SO173 - No document found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 173

• Message text: No document found

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO173 - No document found ?

  The SAP error message SO173 ("No document found") typically occurs when you are trying to access a document in the SAP system, but the system cannot find the document you are looking for. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with sales orders, purchase orders, or other document types.
  Causes of SO173 Error
  
  
  Document Does Not Exist: The most straightforward reason is that the document you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect document numbers or IDs.
  
  
  Document Deleted: The document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for retrieval.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view the document, leading to the system not displaying it.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If you are using selection criteria (like date ranges, status, etc.) that do not match any existing documents, the system will return this error.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: In some