How To Fix F5A451 - Not possible to reset clearing; OTA document is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Not possible to reset clearing; OTA document is blocked

What causes this issue?

The document contains at least one one-time account or one alternative
payee/payer.
Due to activation of the business function ERP_CVP_ILM_1 and the related
blocking function, clearing cannot be reset.

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 F5A451 - Not possible to reset clearing; OTA document is blocked ?

  The SAP error message F5A451 indicates that there is an issue with resetting a clearing due to the OTA (Open Text Archive) document being blocked. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where documents are archived and may be locked for various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked OTA Document: The document you are trying to reset is currently blocked in the Open Text Archive. This can happen if the document is being accessed by another user or process, or if there are restrictions on the document due to its status.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for clearing or resetting operations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation on the OTA document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the resetting of clearings for archived documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the OTA document. If it is locked or in use, you may need to wait until it is released or check with the user who is accessing it.
  Unlock the Document: If you have the necessary permissions, you can try to unlock the document. This may involve using transaction codes related to document management or contacting your system administrator.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to reset the clearing. If not, contact your security team to get the necessary permissions.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further. They can check for any system-level locks or configurations that may be causing the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or SARI (Archive Information System) to check the status of archived documents and their locks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the Open Text Archive integration with SAP to understand how document locking works and how to manage it.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.