Message type: E = Error
Message class: F5A - Document Editing
Message number: 161
Message text: Changing the document type is not permitted
You have tried to change the document type of a parked document. This
is not permitted however, since the number ranges of the document types
involved are different.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Change the document type so that the number ranges of the old and new
document type are the same.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
F5A161
- Changing the document type is not permitted ?The SAP error message F5A161, which states "Changing the document type is not permitted," typically occurs when you attempt to change the document type of a financial document (such as an invoice or a payment) after it has already been posted. This restriction is in place to maintain the integrity of financial data and ensure that document types are consistent with the accounting principles and processes.
Cause: Document Type Restrictions: Each document type in SAP has specific characteristics and rules associated with it. Once a document is posted, its type is locked to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting. Document Status: The document may already be in a status that does not allow for changes, such as being cleared, archived, or part of a closed period. Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to document types based on business rules or settings defined in the SAP system.
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