How To Fix BK219 - Enter the doc. no. to be reversed without the ref. reversal doc. no.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Enter the doc. no. to be reversed without the ref. reversal doc. no.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK219 - Enter the doc. no. to be reversed without the ref. reversal doc. no. ?

  The SAP error message BK219, which states "Enter the doc. no. to be reversed without the ref. reversal doc. no.," typically occurs when you are trying to reverse a financial document in SAP, but the system requires you to provide a document number for the original document that you want to reverse, without needing a reference reversal document number.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a valid document number for the document they wish to reverse.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support reference reversal documents, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the SAP system that require certain fields to be filled out or certain conditions to be met before a reversal can be processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Document Number: Ensure that you are entering the correct document number of the original document that you want to reverse. This should be a valid document number that exists in the system.
  Check Transaction Type: Verify that you are using the correct transaction code for reversing the document. For example, if you are using transaction code FB08 (Reverse Document), ensure that you are following the correct procedure.
  Review Document Status: Make sure that the document you are trying to reverse is not already reversed or in a status that prevents reversal.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on reversing documents.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance. They may need to check system configurations or logs for more detailed error information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to document reversal include FB08 (Reverse Document), FBRA (Reset Cleared Items), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to document reversal errors.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to reverse documents in the SAP system, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  Training: If you are new to SAP, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials related to financial document processing and reversals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BK219 error and successfully reverse the desired document in SAP.