How To Fix FCO_SFIN120 - Original document &1 with the external ID &2 has been canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_SFIN - FI-CO Simplified Financials

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Original document &1 with the external ID &2 has been canceled

What causes this issue?

The original document with the external log number &V1& has been
canceled, but the split document to this original document was not
canceled.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please report this error to SAP support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_SFIN120 - Original document &1 with the external ID &2 has been canceled ?

  The SAP error message FCO_SFIN120 indicates that the original document with a specific external ID has been canceled. This message typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document processing in SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Document Cancellation: The primary cause of this error is that the document you are trying to process has already been canceled. This could happen due to various reasons, such as a reversal of a transaction, an error in the original entry, or a business process that requires the cancellation of the document.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity or consistency in the system, leading to the system recognizing the document as canceled.
  Incorrect External ID: The external ID provided may not match any active document, or it may refer to a document that has been canceled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Status: Check the status of the document using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to confirm whether the document is indeed canceled.
  Review Cancellation Process: If the document was canceled in error, you may need to reverse the cancellation, if applicable. This can often be done through the appropriate reversal transaction (e.g., FB08 for reversing a financial document).
  Check for Related Documents: Sometimes, the cancellation of one document may affect related documents. Ensure that all related documents are in the correct status.
  Consult with Your SAP Support Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide insights based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management and financial transactions to understand the implications of document cancellations and how they are handled in your system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.