How To Fix BK184 - Flag documents for reversal first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Flag documents for reversal first.

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse repostings for activity allocation without
selecting the corresponding documents.

System Response

The R/3 System cannot reverse any postings.

How to fix this error?

Select the documents from the list and select "Mark for reversal".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK184 - Flag documents for reversal first. ?

  The SAP error message BK184 ("Flag documents for reversal first") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when a user attempts to reverse a document that has not been flagged for reversal. This is a common issue in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to reverse a financial document (like an invoice or a journal entry) without first marking it for reversal.
  The document you are attempting to reverse is not in a state that allows for direct reversal (e.g., it may have already been reversed or is in a locked status).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK184 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Flag the Document for Reversal:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code for reversing documents, typically FB08 (for reversing accounting documents).
  Enter the document number and fiscal year of the document you want to reverse.
  Before executing the reversal, ensure that you select the option to "Flag for Reversal" or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Ensure that the document you are trying to reverse is not already reversed or in a locked state. You can check the document status using transaction FB03 (Display Document).
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for the type of document you are trying to reverse. For example, if you are reversing a vendor invoice, ensure you are using the appropriate transaction for that type.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can check for any configuration issues or user authorizations that may be affecting your ability to reverse documents.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FB03: Display Document
  FBRA: Reset Cleared Items (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on reversing documents and understanding document statuses.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform reversals in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BK184 error and successfully reverse the required financial documents in SAP.