How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST162 - Leave Reverse DocType empty or use doc type with same bus trans as orig.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Leave Reverse DocType empty or use doc type with same bus trans as orig.

What causes this issue?

In the <LS>Reverse DocumentType </>field, you entered a reversal
document type that differs from the document type given in the
<LS>Document Type </>field. The business transaction that is assigned to
document type &V1& differs from the business transaction that is
assigned to document type &V2&.

System Response

If you save your current changes, you might run into errors in the
reversal process. If you want to enter a reversal document type that
differs from the original document type, you should ensure that the
assigned business transactions are identical.

How to fix this error?

To avoid the risk of errors in the reversal process, you should choose
one of the following actions:
In the <LS>Document Types </>details view, leave the <LS>Reverse
DocumentType</> field empty. Then, by default, the system posts the
reversal document using the same document type as the original document
and thus ensures a correct reversal.
Enter a reversal document type in the <LS>Reverse DocumentType </>field
that has the same business transaction assigned to it as the document
type given in the <LS>Document Type</> field.

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 FINS_ACDOC_CUST162 - Leave Reverse DocType empty or use doc type with same bus trans as orig. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST162 typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with document types in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the document type used for a reversal transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Mismatch: The error arises when the document type for the reversal transaction does not match the original document's business transaction type. Each document type in SAP is associated with specific business transactions, and a mismatch can lead to this error.
  Empty Document Type: If the reversal document type is left empty, the system cannot determine which document type to use for the reversal, leading to the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document type settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the Customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type used for the reversal matches the original document's business transaction type. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the original document to identify its document type.
  Ensuring that the reversal document type is configured to allow reversals for that specific business transaction.
  
  
  
  Specify Document Type: If the reversal document type is empty, specify a valid document type that corresponds to the original document's business transaction. This can usually be done in the transaction where you are attempting the reversal.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the SAP Customizing settings, check the configuration for document types:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Document Types ? Define Document Types.
  Ensure that the document types are correctly set up for reversals and that they are linked to the appropriate business transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the document types and their configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB08 (to reverse a document) or FBRA (to reverse a document with a reference) to perform the reversal.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on document type configurations.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform reversals and access the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_ACDOC_CUST162 error and successfully process your reversal transaction in SAP.