How To Fix FICA_CD108 - Payment document (cash desk) &1 cannot be reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_CD - FI-CA: Cash Desk/Cash Journal

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Payment document (cash desk) &1 cannot be reversed

What causes this issue?

If a payment at the cash desk was reversed or a return was posted for
it, then reversing the reversal or reversing the return is not allowed.
You cannot recreate a reversed payment by posting another reversal. If
you post such a reversal, then the cash balance of the cash desk is no
longer correct.

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?

Instead of reversing the reversal document, you have to repeat the
original transaction. That means that you have to post the payment at
the cash desk in accordance with the original transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD108 - Payment document (cash desk) &1 cannot be reversed ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD108 indicates that a payment document (specifically a cash desk document) cannot be reversed. This error typically arises in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) component.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Document Status: The payment document 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.
  
  
  Posting Period: The posting period for the document may be closed, preventing any changes or reversals.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on reversals based on configuration settings.
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The payment document may be linked to other documents (e.g., invoices) that prevent it from being reversed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform a reversal on the document.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICA_CD108 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the payment document. If it has been cleared or is in a closed status, you may need to take additional steps to reverse the clearing or address the status.
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the document is open. If it is closed, you may need to open the period temporarily to perform the reversal.
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the document type in question. Ensure that reversals are allowed for that specific document type.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the payment document is linked to other documents that may be preventing the reversal. You may need to reverse or adjust those documents first.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user attempting the reversal has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display), and others that may help in analyzing the document.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error FICA_CD108 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.