How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_POST080 - Document refers to a cleared down payment request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_POST - FIN UDoc posting: Message from posting

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Document refers to a cleared down payment request

What causes this issue?

At least one down payment request has been cleared with the document
that you want to reverse.

System Response

Using this transaction, the down payment is reversed but the down
payment remain cleared.

How to fix this error?

If clearing in the down payment request is to be reset, first of all
call up the transaction "Clearing Reset" (FBRA). Then reverse the down
payment (FB08).

Procedure for System Administrators

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_POST080 - Document refers to a cleared down payment request ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST080 indicates that the document you are trying to post refers to a cleared down payment request. This typically occurs when you attempt to post an accounting document that is linked to a down payment that has already been cleared or settled.
  Cause:
  
  Cleared Down Payment: The down payment request has already been cleared, meaning that the associated invoice or payment has been processed, and the down payment is no longer valid for further postings.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document you are trying to post may still reference the cleared down payment, leading to this error.
  Posting Sequence: The posting sequence may not be followed correctly, where a document is being posted out of the expected order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the down payment request. You can do this by checking the relevant accounting documents in the system to see if the down payment has indeed been cleared.
  Use Correct Document: If the down payment has been cleared, ensure that you are using the correct document for your posting. You may need to create a new document or reference a different down payment that is still open.
  Reconcile Transactions: If there are discrepancies, reconcile the transactions to ensure that all related documents are correctly posted and cleared.
  Review Posting Logic: Ensure that the posting logic in your transaction is correct and that you are following the proper sequence of postings as required by your business process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling down payments and related postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the details of the document causing the error, or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check the status of down payments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your accounting postings.