How To Fix E9163 - &1 &2 &3 was reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 was reversed

What causes this issue?

The move-out document was reversed.
The contracts are active again.
If a move-out is carried out for these contracts again, a new move-out
document will be created.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9163 - &1 &2 &3 was reversed ?

  The SAP error message E9163 typically indicates that a reversal has occurred for a specific document or transaction. This message is often related to financial transactions, such as invoices or journal entries, where a reversal has been processed.
  Cause:
  The error message E9163 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Reversal of a Document: The document identified by the parameters (&1, &2, &3) has been reversed. This could be due to a manual reversal initiated by a user or an automatic reversal due to a business process.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document may not be in a status that allows further processing, such as being marked as reversed or canceled.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent further processing of the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the E9163 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document referenced in the error message. If it has been reversed, you may need to create a new document or reprocess the original transaction if applicable.
  Review Reversal Transactions: If the reversal was done in error, you may need to reverse the reversal (if allowed) or create a new transaction to correct the financial records.
  Consult Logs and History: Look at the change logs or history of the document to understand why the reversal occurred and if it was intended.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to process the document has the necessary authorizations to do so, especially if the document is in a restricted status.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal may have additional information or updates that could be relevant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reversal of Document) or FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) that may be involved in the reversal process.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant transaction information.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for handling reversals to minimize errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the E9163 error and understand the context of the reversal in your SAP system.