How To Fix 1H032 - Position Type & Is Already Blocked for Account No. & ( Bk. Area & )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1H - BKK: Scheck-/Wechselverwaltung

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Position Type & Is Already Blocked for Account No. & ( Bk. Area & )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1H032 - Position Type & Is Already Blocked for Account No. & ( Bk. Area & ) ?

  The SAP error message 1H032 indicates that a specific position type is already blocked for a given account number and business area. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling when trying to post transactions or make changes to a position that is not available for use due to being blocked.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Position: The position type associated with the account number is marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The position is under review or audit.
  The position has been deactivated or is no longer in use.
  There are restrictions placed on the position due to compliance or regulatory requirements.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the use of certain position types for specific accounts or business areas.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the blocked position.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Position Status: Verify the status of the position type in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like OX15 for account groups or OX19 for position types).
  
  
  Unblock the Position: If the position is indeed blocked and you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock it by:
  
  Accessing the configuration settings for the position type.
  Changing the status from blocked to active.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the position. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If the position is blocked for a valid reason (e.g., under audit), consult with the finance or controlling team to understand the implications of unblocking it.
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions: Sometimes, other transactions or processes may be affecting the position. Ensure that there are no pending transactions that could be causing the block.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing or resolving the issue, such as:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OB52: Change View "Posting Periods"
  OBA7: Manage Document Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal can provide insights into similar issues faced by other users.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial accounting and controlling for more context on position types and their management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.