How To Fix >0245 - &1 is a reversal document or clearing reset - no new reset allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 245

• Message text: &1 is a reversal document or clearing reset - no new reset allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0245 - &1 is a reversal document or clearing reset - no new reset allowed ?

  The SAP error message 0245 indicates that the document you are trying to process is either a reversal document or a clearing reset, and that no new reset is allowed for this document. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with clearing accounts or reversing entries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Reversal Document: The document you are trying to process has already been reversed. In SAP, a reversal document is created to negate the effects of a previous document. Once a document has been reversed, it cannot be reset again.
  
  
  Clearing Reset: If the document is part of a clearing process, it may have already been reset. Clearing documents are used to offset open items in accounts, and once a clearing has been reset, it cannot be reset again.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. You can do this by checking the document flow or using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if it is indeed a reversal or clearing reset.
  
  
  Use Correct Document: If you need to make adjustments, ensure you are working with the correct document. If you need to reverse a reversal, you may need to create a new document that reflects the correct transaction.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the document's status or how to proceed, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have specific procedures for handling such cases.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Understand the different document types in SAP (e.g., invoices, credit memos, etc.) and how they interact with each other.
  Clearing Process: Familiarize yourself with the clearing process in SAP, including how to clear open items and the implications of reversing or resetting clearings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the underlying issues related to the document you are working with.