How To Fix AA462 - You cannot reverse this transaction ...

AA462 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 462

• Message text: You cannot reverse this transaction ...

What causes this issue?

The asset line items belonging to this transaction were already
reversed or are themselves reversal postings. In either case, the
system does not allow another reversal. Reversed documents and the
reversal documents for them are automatically marked as such, and
you cannot process them further.

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?

Check your choice of document. If you really need to reverse this
document, then you have to manually post a document with reversed
positive/negative signs from the original posting (back out the
posting) rather than posting a reversal.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AA462 - Details

• The SAP error message AA462 ("You cannot reverse this transaction ...") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to reverse a transaction that is not eligible for reversal. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types in Asset Accounting may not allow reversals. For example, if the transaction is a transfer or a sale, it may not be reversible.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period for the transaction has been closed, you may not be able to reverse it.
  Document Status: The document may have been cleared or settled, making it ineligible for reversal.
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow for reversals, such as being retired or fully depreciated.
  Configuration Settings: Custom settings in the system may restrict reversals for certain types of transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify if the transaction type you are trying to reverse allows for