How To Fix EB134 - Dependent document &1 of invoicing document &2 was already reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EB - IS-U invoicing

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Dependent document &1 of invoicing document &2 was already reversed

What causes this issue?

Dependent posting document &V1& of invoicing document &V2& was already
reversed with reversal document number &V3& in another reversal run or
business process. It may have been reversed manually.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

No further action is necessary. The reversal of the dependent document
will be taken into account when the invoicing document is reversed
successfully.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EB134 - Dependent document &1 of invoicing document &2 was already reversed ?

  The SAP error message EB134 indicates that a dependent document related to an invoicing document has already been reversed. This typically occurs in the context of invoice processing, where a reversal of a document is attempted, but the system detects that the document has already been reversed.
  Cause:
  
  Document Already Reversed: The most common cause is that the dependent document (e.g., an invoice or credit memo) has already been reversed in the system.
  Incorrect Document Flow: There may be an issue with the document flow where the system is unable to find the original document because it has been reversed.
  User Error: A user may have attempted to reverse a document without realizing that it had already been processed or reversed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the dependent document (e.g., invoice or credit memo) in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to check if the document is indeed reversed.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VF03 to check the document flow and ensure that all related documents are in the expected state.
  Avoid Duplicate Reversals: Ensure that users are aware of the document status before attempting to reverse it. Implementing proper training and documentation can help prevent this issue.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03, VF03, VA03, and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to investigate document statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to view and reverse documents, as lack of access can sometimes lead to confusion regarding document statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EB134 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.