How To Fix >A186 - Item &1 &2 cannot be cleared - debit memo notified.

>A186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Item &1 &2 cannot be cleared - debit memo notified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A186 - Item &1 &2 cannot be cleared - debit memo notified. ?

  The SAP error message A186 indicates that a specific item (identified by the document number and item number) cannot be cleared because a debit memo has been notified. This typically occurs in the context of accounts receivable or accounts payable when there are discrepancies or issues with the documents involved in the clearing process.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Debit Memo Notification: The error usually arises when there is a debit memo associated with the item that has not been fully processed or cleared. This could be due to:
  
  The debit memo is still in a pending state.
  The debit memo has not been posted or is not recognized in the system.
  There are discrepancies between the amounts in the debit memo and the invoice or payment being cleared.
  
  
  
  Document Status: The document status may not allow for clearing due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The document is blocked for payment.
  The document is in a different status that prevents clearing.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: