How To Fix FCO309 - Document &1 cannot be reversed

FCO309 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO - Messages for Failure Cost Processing FCO

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Document &1 cannot be reversed

What causes this issue?

Document &V1& cannot be deleted from the document display because it is
a scrap document or outward transfer document. These documents are
generated by the confirmation for a production order or for repetitive
manufacturing and can only be reversed together with the associated
confirmation documents.

System Response

The reversal is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Reverse the associated confirmation document. The failure cost document
is then reversed. The number of the associated confirmation document
can be found in the single document display as the follow-up document
number for the failure cost document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 FCO309 - Document &1 cannot be reversed ?

  The SAP error message FCO309 ("Document &1 cannot be reversed") typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a financial document that is not eligible for reversal. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to reverse may be in a status that does not allow for reversal. For example, if the document has already been cleared or if it is part of a closed period.
  
  
  Document Type: Certain document types may not be reversible. For instance, some special types of documents (like certain adjustments or corrections) may have restrictions on reversal.
  
  
  Posting Period: If the document belongs to a closed posting period, it cannot be reversed unless the period is reopened.
  
  
  Dependencies: The document may have dependencies, such as linked documents or transactions that prevent it from being reversed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to