How To Fix FICUSTOM108 - Posting not possible: Clrg of transfer cannot be reversed w/o cancelation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Posting not possible: Clrg of transfer cannot be reversed w/o cancelation

What causes this issue?

You want to reset a clearing for a transfer document and have chosen
<LS>Reset Only</>.
However, this is not possible because it causes performance problems and
errors with the <LS>Payment Selection</> program when documents are
interpreted and transferred to Funds Management.
You must, therefore, reverse transfer documents when resetting
clearings.

System Response

The system does not reset the clearing.

How to fix this error?

Choose <LS>Reset and Reverse</> with the clearing reset for transfer
documents.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM108 - Posting not possible: Clrg of transfer cannot be reversed w/o cancelation ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM108 indicates that a posting cannot be processed because the clearing of a transfer cannot be reversed without a cancellation. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with clearing accounts or intercompany transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Clearing Document Exists: The error usually arises when there is an existing clearing document that has already been posted. The system does not allow reversing a transfer that has been cleared without first canceling the original clearing document.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support reversal without cancellation.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes to the transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict certain types of reversals.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Cancel the Clearing Document: 
  
  Navigate to the clearing document in question and cancel it. This can typically be done through transaction codes like F-03 (Clear G/L Account) or F-32 (Clear Customer).
  After canceling the clearing document, you should be able to reverse the original transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: 
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction type that allows for reversal. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or financial team to confirm the appropriate transaction type.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period: 
  
  Verify that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to reverse. If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily or use a different period for the reversal.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial module. This may involve checking the settings for clearing accounts and reversal transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling clearing and reversal transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F-03: Clear G/L Account
  F-32: Clear Customer
  FB08: Reverse Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform cancellations and reversals in the system.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP to further investigate the issue.