How To Fix FAR_MAN_BS_MSG071 - Could not reverse all documents for the bank statement.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_MAN_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Could not reverse all documents for the bank statement.

What causes this issue?

There were errors while trying to reverse documents for the bank
statement items.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the error messages in the log and review the affected bank
statement items and the related documents that could not be reversed.
After you resolve the errors, you can either reverse single documents in
the Reprocess Bank Statement Items app or you can try to reverse the
entire bank statement again in the Manage Bank Statements app.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG071 - Could not reverse all documents for the bank statement. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG071, which states "Could not reverse all documents for the bank statement," typically occurs during the process of reversing bank statement documents in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The documents associated with the bank statement may be in a status that does not allow reversal (e.g., already cleared or posted to a closed period).
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to reverse the documents.
  Dependencies on Other Documents: There may be dependencies on other financial documents that prevent the reversal.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the bank statement processing or document types may lead to this error.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data related to the bank statement or the associated documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the documents linked to the bank statement. Ensure that they are eligible for reversal.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the reversal. If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the required authorizations.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent documents that need to be addressed before the reversal can be completed.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for bank statement processing in SAP. Ensure that the document types and settings are correctly configured.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any issues with the bank statement or related documents.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the reversal failed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FEBA: Process Incoming Bank Statements
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for bank statement processing and reversal procedures.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully reverse the bank statement documents.