How To Fix 3G453 - Reversal is not possible: Related run &1 &2 exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 453

• Message text: Reversal is not possible: Related run &1 &2 exists

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to reverse a live posting run. However, a more
recent live run exists, &V1& &V2&, which is linked to the run you want
to reverse.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Reversal is only possible if run &V1& &V2& is also reversed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G453 - Reversal is not possible: Related run &1 &2 exists ?

  The SAP error message 3G453 indicates that a reversal of a document is not possible because there is a related run that exists. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to reverse a payment or a posting that has already been processed in a related run (e.g., a payment run, billing run, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to reverse a document that is linked to another document or process that has already been executed.
  There are dependencies or relationships between the documents that prevent the reversal from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Related Runs: Identify the related run mentioned in the error message. The message will typically include identifiers for the run (e.g., run number, date). You can look up these details in the relevant transaction or report.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document you are trying to reverse. Ensure that it is eligible for reversal and that no subsequent processes have been executed that would prevent the reversal.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing the document, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have insights into the specific business processes and rules that apply.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If a direct reversal is not possible, consider whether you can achieve the desired outcome through other means, such as creating a correcting entry or adjusting the related documents.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FB08 (for reversing accounting documents) or F110 (for payment runs) to check the status of the documents and runs.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any specific guidance related to this error message. There may be updates or patches that address known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing financial documents, such as FB03 (Display Document), FBRA (Reset Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction information.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform reversals and that there are no restrictions in place that could be causing the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.