How To Fix >0581 - Line item is not open ( &1 &2 &3 &4 )

>0581 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Line item is not open ( &1 &2 &3 &4 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0581 - Line item is not open ( &1 &2 &3 &4 ) ?

  The SAP error message 0581: Line item is not open ( &1 &2 &3 &4 ) typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to post or process a document that references a line item that is already closed or settled. This error can arise in various modules, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), or General Ledger (GL).
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Line Item: The line item you are trying to process has already been cleared or settled. This means that the financial transaction associated with that line item is complete, and no further actions can be taken on it.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document you are trying to post may not be in the correct status to allow for further processing.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes or postings to that line item.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an error in the data entry, such