How To Fix WVA023 - The requested business data does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WVA - Sales documents and reports

• Message number: 023

• Message text: The requested business data does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WVA023 - The requested business data does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WVA023 ("The requested business data does not exist") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to access or process data that is not available in the system. This can happen in various modules, including Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or others, depending on the specific transaction or report being executed.
  Causes of WVA023
  
  
  Data Not Created: The most common cause is that the business data (such as sales orders, purchase orders, or material master records) has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Data Deletion: The data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction might be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no matching records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the requested data, which can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the data from being accessed or displayed correctly.
  
  
  Solutions to WVA023
  
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check if the business data you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by using relevant transaction codes (e.g., VA03 for sales orders, ME23N for purchase orders) to search for the data.
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that you are not filtering out the data unintentionally. Adjust the criteria to broaden the search.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  Data Recovery: If the data was deleted, check if it can be restored from backups or if it can be recreated.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department. They can check for any underlying configuration issues or system errors.
  
  
  Check for Archiving: If the data has been archived, you may need to access the archived data or consult with your data management team.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking data, such as:
  
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  
  
  
  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 or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand the data requirements and processes better.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the WVA023 error in your SAP system.