How To Fix 4F146 - The excise invoice is already posted to ONHOLD!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4F - Message class for India localization

• Message number: 146

• Message text: The excise invoice is already posted to ONHOLD!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4F146 - The excise invoice is already posted to ONHOLD! ?

  The SAP error message 4F146 indicates that an excise invoice has already been posted to an "ONHOLD" status. This typically occurs in the context of excise duty management in SAP, particularly in modules related to materials management (MM) and financial accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Invoice Already Posted: The primary reason for this error is that the excise invoice has already been processed and is in an ONHOLD status, which means it cannot be modified or reposted until the hold is released.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the system that dictate when an invoice can be posted or modified, leading to this error if those conditions are not met.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the invoice or to post a new invoice against the existing one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Invoice Status: Verify the status of the excise invoice in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., J1IEX for excise invoice) and checking if the invoice is indeed in ONHOLD status.
  Release the Hold: If you have the necessary permissions, you can release the hold on the invoice. This typically involves navigating to the invoice and changing its status from ONHOLD to a status that allows further processing.
  Consult with a Supervisor: If you do not have the necessary permissions to release the hold, consult with a supervisor or someone in the finance or materials management department who can assist in resolving the issue.
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings related to excise invoices in SAP to ensure they align with business processes.
  Check for Duplicate Entries: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries or attempts to post the same invoice multiple times, which could lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as J1IEX (Excise Invoice) and J1I5N (Excise Invoice Display) to manage excise invoices effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to excise invoice processing that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to excise duty management for additional insights on handling invoices and understanding their statuses.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.