How To Fix F5905 - Document is a reversal document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 905

• Message text: Document is a reversal document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5905 - Document is a reversal document ?

  The SAP error message F5905, which states "Document is a reversal document," typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that is not allowed because the document you are working with is a reversal document. This can happen in various financial transactions, such as when you attempt to reverse a reversal or when you try to post a new document that references a reversal document.
  Cause:
  
  Reversal Document: The document you are trying to process is a reversal of a previous document. In SAP, reversal documents are treated differently from regular documents.
  Posting Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions on posting to or from reversal documents.
  Incorrect Document Type: You may be using the wrong document type or trying to perform an operation that is not permitted on a reversal document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that you are using the correct document type for the transaction you are trying to perform. Ensure that you are not trying to post a new document using a reversal document.
  Review Transaction Logic: If you are trying to reverse a reversal, you may need to reverse the original document instead. Ensure that you are following the correct sequence of transactions.
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction codes for the operations you want to perform. For example, use the correct transaction for reversing a document.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for handling reversal documents to ensure compliance with the correct procedures.
  Check for Open Items: Ensure that there are no open items or pending transactions that might be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document) and FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) to understand how to manage reversal documents.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F5905 and successfully manage your financial transactions in SAP.