How To Fix F4798 - First transaction reached

F4798 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 798

• Message text: First transaction reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4798 - First transaction reached ?

  The SAP error message F4798, which states "First transaction reached," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document processing in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial documents or when executing certain financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message F4798 usually indicates that the system has encountered a situation where it expects a certain sequence of transactions or documents, but it has reached the first transaction without the necessary preceding transactions being processed. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Predecessor Transactions: The transaction you are trying to execute may depend on prior transactions that have not been completed or posted.
  Incorrect Document Flow: The document flow may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the necessary preceding documents.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that are not aligned with the expected transaction