How To Fix /EACC/MSG_BTA051 - The documents for sender key &1, sender ID &2 have already been reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_BTA -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: The documents for sender key &1, sender ID &2 have already been reversed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_BTA051 - The documents for sender key &1, sender ID &2 have already been reversed ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_BTA051 indicates that there is an issue with reversing documents in the system. Specifically, it means that the documents associated with the specified sender key and sender ID have already been reversed, and therefore, cannot be reversed again.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Reversal Attempt: The most common cause of this error is that there has been an attempt to reverse a document that has already been reversed in the system.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document may already be in a status that indicates it has been processed or reversed, preventing further reversal actions.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or records that lead the system to believe that the document has already been reversed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. You can do this by checking the document history or logs to see if a reversal has already been performed.
  Review Reversal Attempts: Look into the transaction logs to see if there have been any previous attempts to reverse the document. If it has been reversed, no further action is needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on handling document reversals and understanding the specific error message.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you investigate the issue further, such as FB08 for reversing accounting documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.