How To Fix EPS072 - Documents with clearing restriction &1 cannot be reversed using trans. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Documents with clearing restriction &1 cannot be reversed using trans. &3

What causes this issue?

You tried to reverse document &V2& using transaction &V3&. However, this
document contains clearing restriction &V1& and has been transferred to
a payment scheme. As a result, it cannot be reversed using transaction
&V3&.

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

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Remove the document from the payment scheme using the appropriate
transaction or method from the payment scheme.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS072 - Documents with clearing restriction &1 cannot be reversed using trans. &3 ?

  The SAP error message EPS072 indicates that there are documents with a clearing restriction that cannot be reversed using the specified transaction. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to reverse a document that has certain restrictions or conditions applied to it.
  Cause:
  
  Clearing Restrictions: The document you are trying to reverse has been cleared or is part of a clearing process. This means that it has been settled against another document, and SAP does not allow reversing such documents directly.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are using to attempt the reversal may not be appropriate for the type of document you are dealing with.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal, such as being part of a closed period or having been archived.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to reverse. If it has been cleared, you may need to reverse the clearing first before you can reverse the original document.
  Use Appropriate Transaction: Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for reversing the document. For example, if you are trying to reverse a clearing document, you may need to use a specific transaction designed for that purpose.
  Manual Adjustment: If the document cannot be reversed due to restrictions, you may need to create a manual adjustment entry to correct the financial records instead of reversing the original document.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing a document with clearing restrictions, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance on the best course of action.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document) or F.80 (Clear Documents) to understand their specific functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the EPS072 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document reversal and clearing processes for more detailed instructions and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EPS072 error and understand the underlying issues related to document reversal in SAP.