How To Fix >4789 - Origin &1 not intended for reversal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 789

• Message text: Origin &1 not intended for reversal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4789 - Origin &1 not intended for reversal ?

  The SAP error message 4789: Origin &1 not intended for reversal typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document reversals in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified origin (in this case, represented by &1) is not configured to allow for reversal operations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type associated with the transaction may not be set up to allow reversals.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the specific origin may not permit reversals. This could be due to settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the Controlling (CO) module.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may inherently not allow reversals based on business rules or system settings.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal, such as being locked or already reversed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow reversals.
  
  
  
  Review Origin Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific origin in the configuration (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Entry > Document Types > Define Document Types and check the settings for the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are trying to reverse is indeed intended for reversal. If not, you may need to use a different method to correct the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Review the status of the document you are trying to reverse. If it is locked or already reversed, you may need to take additional steps to unlock it or address the reversal.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to error 4789.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document) and FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) for handling document reversals.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Financial Accounting to understand the implications of document types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.