How To Fix EP560 - Document or documents in loan &1 cannot be reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 560

• Message text: Document or documents in loan &1 cannot be reversed

What causes this issue?

At least one document exists that is dependent on financial mathematics.
This is preventing the system from executing the reversal for the loan.

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?

Check whether the any subsequent documents relevant for financial
mathematics exist. Reverse these first.
These subsequent documents can be debit positions or in loans managed
according to the actual principle they can also be waivers, write-offs
or incoming payments. You can use the cash flow display or the account
statement for the contract to help you to find these documents.

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 EP560 - Document or documents in loan &1 cannot be reversed ?

  The SAP error message EP560, which states "Document or documents in loan &1 cannot be reversed," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions related to loans or similar documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the reversal of a specific document.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to reverse may be in a status that does not allow for reversal. For example, it might be already cleared or settled.
  Dependencies: There may be dependent documents or transactions that are linked to the document you are trying to reverse, which could prevent the reversal.
  Posting Period: The posting period for the document may be closed, which can restrict any changes or reversals.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform a reversal on the document.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the reversal of certain types of documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. If it is cleared or settled, you may need to reverse those transactions first.
  Review Dependencies: Look for any dependent documents or transactions that may be affecting the ability to reverse the document. Resolve any issues with these dependencies.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the document is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to perform the reversal.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to reverse the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be preventing the reversal of the document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document) or FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) that may be used in the reversal process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling loan documents and their reversals.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.