How To Fix FB168 - Doc. &: Clearing procedure in header record of FB01 was ignored

FB168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Doc. &: Clearing procedure in header record of FB01 was ignored

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FB168 - Details

• The SAP error message FB168 ("Doc. &: Clearing procedure in header record of FB01 was ignored") typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in the SAP system using transaction FB01 (Document Entry) and there is an issue with the clearing procedure specified in the document header.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Clearing Procedure Not Applicable: The clearing procedure specified in the document header may not be applicable for the type of document you are trying to post. For example, if you are posting a general journal entry, the clearing procedure may not be relevant.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The clearing procedure may not be configured correctly in the system, or the necessary settings for the document type may be missing.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow for clearing procedures to be applied, leading to this error.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered in the document header or line items