How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES017 - Single records procedure has been reversed for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Single records procedure has been reversed for &1

What causes this issue?

The single records procedure was reversed.

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?

First execute a basic run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES017 - Single records procedure has been reversed for &1 ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES017, which states "Single records procedure has been reversed for &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with document processing or posting.
  Cause:
  This error message usually indicates that a single record processing operation (like a posting or a reversal) has been reversed for a specific document or entry identified by &1. The reasons for this could include:
  
  Reversal of a Document: The document that you are trying to process has already been reversed, meaning that the original transaction has been canceled.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing, such as being locked or already processed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the document correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document referenced by &1. Ensure that it is not already reversed or in a state that prevents further processing.
  Review Reversal Transactions: If the document has been reversed, check the reversal transaction to understand the implications and whether further action is needed.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the processing.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that all related data is consistent and that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that address known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document processing and reversals in the FI module for a better understanding of the processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.