How To Fix BK199 - Reference document & is not suitable for the current transaction

BK199 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Reference document & is not suitable for the current transaction

What causes this issue?

You want to repost a document. The transaction of the reference
document &V1& is not suitable for the selected transaction.

System Response

The reposting cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

Use a reposting for transaction &V2&. If this does not exist, reverse
the document and rebook it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK199 - Reference document & is not suitable for the current transaction ?

  The SAP error message BK199, which states "Reference document & is not suitable for the current transaction," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document references in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of journal entries, invoice processing, or when trying to reverse a document.
  Causes of Error BK199
  
  
  Document Type Mismatch: The reference document may not be of the correct type for the transaction you are trying to perform. For example, you might be trying to reference a document that is not compatible with the current transaction type.
  
  
  Document Status: The reference document may be in a status that does not allow it to be used in the current transaction. For instance, it could be already cleared, archived, or in a different state.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the reference document may be closed or not open