How To Fix ACCR012 - Document & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACCR - Accruals/Deferrals

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Document & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACCR012 - Document & already exists ?

  The SAP error message ACCR012 ("Document & already exists") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an attempt to create a document (such as an accounting document or a journal entry) that has a duplicate reference or identifier. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of invoices, journal entries, or other financial transactions.
  Causes:
  
  
  Duplicate Document Number: The most common cause is that the document number you are trying to use is already in the system. This can happen if the document number is manually entered or if the system is set to use a specific range of document numbers that has already been exhausted.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: If the document type being used is not configured correctly or if it is set to allow only unique entries, this error can occur.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: If the document is being posted in a closed period or if there are restrictions on the posting period, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the document types or number ranges in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Number: Verify if the document number you are trying to use already exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for viewing documents).
  
  
  Use a Different Document Number: If the document number is indeed a duplicate, use a different number that is not already in use.
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the document type in the SAP system to ensure it allows for the creation of new documents without conflicts.
  
  
  Check Number Range Settings: Ensure that the number range for the document type is correctly set up and that there are available numbers in the range.
  
  
  Posting Period: Make sure that you are posting in an open period. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate further, especially if there are configuration issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to document posting include FB01 (Post Document), FB03 (Display Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for details on document types, number ranges, and posting periods to ensure proper configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ACCR012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.