How To Fix >0844 - First reverse document &1

>0844 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 844

• Message text: First reverse document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0844 - First reverse document &1 ?

  The SAP error message 0844 ("First reverse document &1") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document reversals in the SAP system. This error indicates that a reversal document must be processed before the current action can be completed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (like posting a new document or making changes) on a document that has already been reversed. The system requires that the reversal of the original document is completed before any further actions can be taken on it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Document: Check the document number referenced in the error message (&1). This will help you locate the original document that needs to be reversed.
  
  
  Reverse the Document: If you haven't already done so, you need to reverse the original document. This can typically be done using transaction codes like:
  
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBRA: Reset Cleared Items