How To Fix EMV218 - An adjustment reversal for installation &1/contract &2 is still pending

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMV - Reserved for IS-U: move-in/out

• Message number: 218

• Message text: An adjustment reversal for installation &1/contract &2 is still pending

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The move-in document cannot be reversed.
The move-in date cannot be moved to a future date.

How to fix this error?

Remove billing document &v3& from the <DS:TRAN.EA24>billing order</>.
The corresponding billing transaction is &v4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMV218 - An adjustment reversal for installation &1/contract &2 is still pending ?

  The SAP error message EMV218 indicates that there is a pending adjustment reversal for a specific installation and contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within SAP, particularly in the Utilities module (IS-U).
  Cause:
  The error message EMV218 is triggered when:
  
  There is an adjustment reversal that has been initiated but not yet completed for the specified installation and contract.
  The system is trying to process a new transaction (like a billing or adjustment) that cannot proceed until the pending reversal is resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Pending Adjustments:
  
  Use transaction codes like EA00 (for adjustment documents) or EABO (for billing documents) to check if there are any pending adjustment reversals for the specified installation and contract.
  Look for any documents that are in a "pending" status.
  
  
  
  Complete the Reversal:
  
  If you find a pending adjustment reversal, you may need to complete or finalize that reversal. This could involve processing the reversal document or correcting any issues that are preventing it from being completed.
  
  
  
  Review Document Flow:
  
  Check the document flow for the installation and contract to understand the sequence of transactions and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your finance or billing team, as they may have insights into the specific adjustments and their statuses.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  If necessary, raise a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  EA00: Display Adjustment Documents
  EABO: Display Billing Documents
  EABP: Process Billing Documents
  
  
  Module Context:
  
  This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, which handles billing and contract management for utility companies.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on handling adjustments and reversals in the IS-U module.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EMV218 error message.