How To Fix F5A009 - Reversal not possible, accounting document for the ref. does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Reversal not possible, accounting document for the ref. does not exist

What causes this issue?

Either no accounting document exists for reference document &V1& &V2&
&V3& &V4&, or the document has already been archived.

System Response

Reversal is not possible.

How to fix this error?

If the document has already been archived, retrieve it from the
archive.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A009 - Reversal not possible, accounting document for the ref. does not exist ?

  The SAP error message F5A009, which states "Reversal not possible, accounting document for the ref. does not exist," typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a financial document (such as an invoice or a journal entry) that does not have a corresponding original document in the system. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The original accounting document may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for reversal.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference number you are using for the reversal may be incorrect or may not correspond to an existing document.
  Document Status: The original document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal (e.g., it has already been reversed or is in a closed period).
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the original document may be closed, preventing any further changes or reversals.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not