How To Fix AJ873 - Child print doc. reversal: Document number &1 (doc.no. &2 for prim. inst)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Child print doc. reversal: Document number &1 (doc.no. &2 for prim. inst)

What causes this issue?

In this case, reversed document &V1& belongs to an installation group.
It is connected to <DS:DE.MAINDOCNO>document</> &V2& from the primary
installation.
Document &V1& has been reversed separately.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ873 - Child print doc. reversal: Document number &1 (doc.no. &2 for prim. inst) ?

  The SAP error message AJ873 typically relates to issues with document reversals in the context of asset accounting. This error indicates that there is a problem with the reversal of a child document associated with a primary document in the asset accounting module.
  Cause:
  The error message AJ873 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Document: The child document (the document being reversed) may not exist, or the document number provided is incorrect.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal (e.g., it may be already reversed or not yet posted).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are preventing the reversal from being processed correctly.
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The child document may have dependencies on other documents that need to be addressed before a reversal can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AJ873 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Document Numbers: Check the document numbers provided in the error message to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the child document to ensure it is eligible for reversal. If it has already been reversed or is in a locked state, you may need to address that first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the reversal has the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for document reversals.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any other documents or transactions that need to be addressed before the reversal can be processed.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like AS02 for asset master data) to check the status and details of the asset and its associated documents.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to asset accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for asset accounting for detailed information on document processing and reversals.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data in your SAP environment.