M8317 - No entries in table &4 for document &1/&2 (company code &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 317

• Message text: No entries in table &4 for document &1/&2 (company code &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8317 - No entries in table &4 for document &1/&2 (company code &3) ?

  The SAP error message M8317 indicates that there are no entries in a specific table for the document you are trying to process. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material documents. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The document you are trying to access or process does not have any corresponding entries in the specified table (indicated by &4). This could happen if the document was not created correctly or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number (&1) or year (&2) you are trying to reference may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Company Code Issues: The company code (&3) may not have any entries for the specified document, or there may be a configuration issue related to the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Existence: Check if the document number and year you are using are correct. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., MB03 for material documents).
  Check Table Entries: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant table (indicated by &4) to see if there are any entries for the document. If there are no entries, it confirms that the document was not created or has been deleted.
  Recreate Document: If the document is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that all necessary data is provided during the creation process.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the company code is correctly configured and that it is set up to handle the type of document you are working with.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the document is missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB03 (Display Material Document), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB1B (Transfer Posting) to manage material documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error M8317 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to inventory management and material document processing for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.