How To Fix >2085 - | Business partner &1 was cleared with document number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: | Business partner &1 was cleared with document number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2085 - | Business partner &1 was cleared with document number &2 ?

  The SAP error message >2085 indicates that a business partner (BP) has been cleared with a specific document number. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, where a business partner's open items have been cleared or settled, and the system is preventing further actions on that cleared item.
  Cause:
  
  Cleared Business Partner: The business partner in question has already been cleared against a document, meaning that the financial transactions related to that partner have been settled.
  Transaction Type: The error may arise when trying to post a new transaction or make changes to an existing transaction that involves a cleared business partner.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that no further changes can be made to cleared items, which could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document number mentioned in the error message. If the document has been cleared, you will need to determine if any further action is necessary.
  Review Business Partner Transactions: Look into the transactions related to the business partner to understand the context of the clearing. This may involve checking the clearing document and related postings.
  Reopen or Reverse Transactions: If you need to make changes, you may have to reverse the clearing or create a new transaction that addresses the issue without altering the cleared status of the original document.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, it may be beneficial to consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the details of the cleared document or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check the business partner's line items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements that could affect the behavior of the system.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to business partner management and financial transactions to understand the implications of clearing and how to manage business partner data effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the implications of the cleared business partner in your SAP system.