How To Fix EDOCUMENT053 - Cancellation not possible; eDocument has been already approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Cancellation not possible; eDocument has been already approved

What causes this issue?

You are trying to cancel a document for which an eDocument exists that
has already been approved by the tax authorities.

System Response

The system does not cancel a source document for which an approved
eDocument already exists.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT053 - Cancellation not possible; eDocument has been already approved ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT053 indicates that a cancellation of an electronic document (eDocument) is not possible because the document has already been approved. This error typically arises in scenarios where electronic documents, such as invoices or tax documents, are managed within the SAP system, particularly in the context of compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The primary cause of this error is that the eDocument you are trying to cancel has already been approved. Once an eDocument is approved, it is often locked for further modifications, including cancellations, to maintain the integrity of the approval process.
  Workflow Restrictions: The workflow associated with the eDocument may have restrictions that prevent cancellation after approval.
  Legal Compliance: Many jurisdictions have strict regulations regarding the modification or cancellation of approved documents, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the eDocument in question. If it is indeed approved, you will