How To Fix BCA_US_GENERAL170 - O/D trans.PRE_POSTED with PO &1 from acct. &2 to &3 for amount &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCA_US_GENERAL - Message ID for North America specific modifications

• Message number: 170

• Message text: O/D trans.PRE_POSTED with PO &1 from acct. &2 to &3 for amount &4

What causes this issue?

Overdraft transfer PO has been pre-posted. Refer post processing log
more details and further analysis.

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 BCA_US_GENERAL170 - O/D trans.PRE_POSTED with PO &1 from acct. &2 to &3 for amount &4 ?

  The SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL170 typically indicates an issue related to the posting of an outgoing transaction (O/D transaction) that has already been posted. This error often arises in the context of financial accounting and can be related to various scenarios, such as discrepancies in the amounts, accounts, or the status of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Posting: The transaction you are trying to post has already been recorded in the system.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not match the expected configuration.
  Amount Mismatch: The amount being posted may not align with the expected amount for the given transaction.
  Transaction Status: The transaction may be in a status that does not allow for further postings (e.g., it may be locked or completed).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction History: Review the transaction history for the specified Purchase Order (PO) to confirm whether it has already been posted. You can do this by checking the document flow or transaction logs.
  Verify Account Assignments: Ensure that the accounts specified in the error message are correct and valid. Check if the accounts are active and properly configured in the system.
  Review Amounts: Confirm that the amount you are trying to post matches the expected amount for the transaction. If there is a discrepancy, correct it before attempting to post again.
  Transaction Status: Check the status of the transaction. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or create a new transaction instead of trying to post again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling such errors, as there may be specific procedures in place.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to investigate the details of the transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to the transaction in question.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., Finance or Materials Management) for further assistance.