How To Fix FI_E229 - Previous returned invoice &1 &2 is not in 'Park' status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Previous returned invoice &1 &2 is not in 'Park' status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E229 - Previous returned invoice &1 &2 is not in 'Park' status ?

  The SAP error message FI_E229 indicates that there is an issue with processing an invoice that is expected to be in a "Park" status, but it is not. This error typically occurs in the context of invoice verification and processing in the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error message FI_E229 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to process a subsequent invoice or credit memo related to a previous invoice that is not in the "Park" status.
  The previous invoice might be in a different status (e.g., "Posted," "Cancelled," etc.), which does not allow for the current operation to proceed.
  There may be a mismatch in the document flow or a missing document that should have been parked before processing the current invoice.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI_E229 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Previous Invoice:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check the status of the previous invoice referenced in the error message.
  Ensure that the previous invoice is indeed in "Park" status. If it is not, you may need to park it or correct its status.
  
  
  
  Park the Invoice:
  
  If the previous invoice is not parked, you can park it using transaction code FBV1 (Park Document). Make sure to enter the correct details to park the invoice.
  
  
  
  Review Document Flow:
  
  Check the document flow to ensure that all related documents are correctly processed. You can use transaction code FB03 to view the document flow and ensure that there are no missing or incorrectly processed documents.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Support Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance and investigate any underlying issues in the configuration or data.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If your organization has custom logic or enhancements in place, ensure that these are not interfering with the standard processing of invoices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBV1: Park Document
  FBV2: Change Parked Document
  FBV3: Display Parked Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Review SAP documentation for invoice processing and parked documents for additional context.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.