How To Fix F5A473 - Document &1 &2 &3 contains at least one cleared line item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Document &1 &2 &3 contains at least one cleared line item

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE 'CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A473 - Document &1 &2 &3 contains at least one cleared line item ?

  The SAP error message F5A473 indicates that the document you are trying to process contains at least one cleared line item. This typically occurs when you are attempting to perform an action on a financial document (like a journal entry or invoice) that has already been cleared, meaning that the line items have been settled or reconciled against another document.
  Cause:
  
  Cleared Line Items: The document you are trying to modify or delete has line items that have been cleared. Cleared line items are those that have been settled against other transactions, and they cannot be changed or deleted without first reversing the clearing.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow modifications due to the presence of cleared items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the document to confirm its status and identify which line items are cleared. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details.
  Reverse Clearing: If you need to make changes to the document, you may need to reverse the clearing of the line items. This can be done using transaction code FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items) or similar transactions to find the clearing document and reverse it.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about reversing the clearing or the implications of doing so, consult with your finance team or SAP support to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  Use Alternative Transactions: If your goal is to create a new document or make adjustments, consider whether there are alternative transactions that can achieve your goal without needing to modify the cleared document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on financial documents, as restrictions may also lead to error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message F5A473 effectively.