How To Fix EL038 - Reversal is not possible for the selected entry

EL038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Reversal is not possible for the selected entry

What causes this issue?

No reversal was carried out for the selected entry. This may be due to
the following:
The meter reading result has been billed
All billing orders of this entry have been allocated billing documents
that have been reversed for adjustment. This is the case if there is an
entry in the field for the document number of the adjustment reversal in
the detial display for billing orders.
After making a selection using a device, you attempted to delete a
billing order. However, this billing order is still allocated to other
devices.
Specially reversed billing documents for the primary installation of an
installation group are allocated to all billing orders for this entry.

On-site billing has taken place for the meter reading results. You
cannot delete the meter reading results.
On-site billing is scheduled for these meter reading orders. You cannot
delete the meter reading orders.

If this is not the case, then there may be data inconsistencies that
require analysis.

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?

Proceed as follows:
If the meter reading result has already been billed, first reverse the
corresponding billing with transaction <DS:TRAN.EA20>Delete Adj.
Reversal frm Bill. Order</>.
If specially reversed billing documents have been allocated to all the
billing orders for the item, use transaction <DS:TRAN.EA24>Delete doc.
no. of adjustment reversal from billing order</> to release the bililng
orders for reversal.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL038 - Reversal is not possible for the selected entry ?

  The SAP error message EL038, which states "Reversal is not possible for the selected entry," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document reversals in the SAP system. This error can arise for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of EL038 Error
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to reverse may be in a status that does not allow for reversal. For example, if the document has already been cleared or settled, it cannot be reversed.
  
  
  Posting Period: The posting period for the document may be closed. If the document belongs to a closed period, SAP will not allow a reversal.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on reversals. For instance, some financial documents may not be reversible based on company policy or configuration.
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Documents: If the document is linked to other transactions (like invoices, payments,