How To Fix EP571 - Reversal not possible without document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Reversal not possible without document &2

What causes this issue?

You need to reverse document &V2& to carry out the reversal.
Document &V1& needed for the reversal activity cannot be reversed withou
document &V2&.
The documents are in company code &V3&. They belong to loan &V4&.

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?

Reverse document &V2& and document &V1& together or reverse document
&V2& first and then ty to reverse document &V1& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EP571 - Reversal not possible without document &2 ?

  The SAP error message EP571 "Reversal not possible without document &2" typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a document in the SAP system, but the system cannot find the original document that needs to be reversed. This can happen for several reasons, such as the document being deleted, not being posted correctly, or the reversal process being initiated incorrectly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document: The original document that you are trying to reverse does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to reverse may not support reversal.
  Document Already Reversed: The document may have already been reversed, and thus cannot be reversed again.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view or reverse the document.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the reversal from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the original document (indicated by &2 in the error message) exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for financial documents).
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the document is not already reversed or in a status that prevents reversal.
  Correct Document Type: Make sure you are using the correct document type that allows for reversal.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  Consult with IT Support: If the document exists and you still receive the error, there may be a technical issue. Consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for data consistency or other underlying issues.
  Manual Entry: If the document cannot be found and you need to reverse the effects, you may need to manually create a new document to offset the original transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and others that may be pertinent to your task.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on document reversal processes and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.