How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_FLLW_MSG838 - Appdoc &1 item &2 is applied, reverse application before deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_FLLW_MSG -

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Appdoc &1 item &2 is applied, reverse application before deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_FLLW_MSG838 - Appdoc &1 item &2 is applied, reverse application before deletion ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_FLLW_MSG838 indicates that there is an issue with the application of a document item in the context of the SAP system, specifically related to the application of a financial document. The message states that the item is applied, and you need to reverse the application before you can delete it.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you attempt to delete a document item that has already been applied to another document or transaction. In SAP, when a document item is applied, it means that it has been linked to another financial transaction, and therefore, it cannot be deleted until that link is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to reverse the application of the document item before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Identify the Applied Document: Determine which document the item is applied to. You can usually find this information in the document details or by checking the application history.
  
  
  Reverse the Application:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the application was made (e.g., using transaction codes like FB08 for reversing documents).
  Reverse the application of the document item. This may involve creating a reversal document or unapplying the item from the related transaction.
  
  
  
  Delete the Document Item: Once the application has been reversed, you should be able to delete the document item without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or applications related to the document item that might prevent deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on document management and application processes.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the document item.