How To Fix EB049 - Document &1 with origin &2 cannot be reversed

EB049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Document &1 with origin &2 cannot be reversed

What causes this issue?

A different transaction processing is planned for the reversal of the
document.

System Response

The document cannot be reversed using the selected function.

How to fix this error?

Reverse the document using the planned function.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB049 - Document &1 with origin &2 cannot be reversed ?

  The SAP error message EB049 indicates that a document cannot be reversed due to its origin. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to reverse a document in the SAP system that has certain restrictions based on its origin.
  
  Cause:
  The error message EB049 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document you are trying to reverse may be of a type that does not allow reversal. For example, certain financial documents or documents from specific modules may have restrictions.
  
  
  Origin of the Document: The origin of the document (e.g., whether it was created in a specific module like MM, SD, or FI) may not support reversal. Some documents may be final or have been processed in a way that prevents reversal.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the document may be closed, preventing any changes or reversals.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be