How To Fix >0495 - First reset obstructive clearing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 495

• Message text: First reset obstructive clearing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0495 - First reset obstructive clearing ?

  The SAP error message 0495 ("First reset obstructive clearing") typically occurs in the context of clearing transactions in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with accounts that have been marked for clearing but have some form of obstruction preventing the clearing process from completing.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is an issue with the clearing process, often due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Obstructive Clearing: There may be open items in the account that are preventing the clearing from being processed. This could be due to:
  
  Unmatched or partially matched invoices.
  Incorrect or missing data in the clearing document.
  Items that are not eligible for clearing due to their status (e.g., blocked items).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing the clearing process to fail.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the clearing operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Open Items: Review the open items in the account that you are trying to clear. Ensure that all items are correctly matched and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Reset Clearing: If there are items that are causing the obstruction, you may need to reset the clearing. This can typically be done through the transaction code F-03 (Clear G/L Account) or F-32 (Clear Customer) or F-44 (Clear Vendor). Look for options to reset or reverse the clearing.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Ensure that all documents involved in the clearing process are in the correct status. If any documents are blocked or in an incorrect state, address those issues first.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to clearing in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting the clearing has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-03, F-32, and F-44 for clearing operations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SAP error message 0495.