How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC218 - Document cannot be centrally reversed or reposted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC - Central Finance Accounting Document generation

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Document cannot be centrally reversed or reposted

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You tried to centrally reverse or repost a document. However, the status
of this document is inconsistent and therefore it is not possible to use
the function Central Reversal with Reposting.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP for support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC218 - Document cannot be centrally reversed or reposted ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC218 indicates that a document cannot be centrally reversed or reposted. This error typically occurs in the context of Central Finance (CFIN) when trying to reverse or repost a financial document that has been posted in a central system.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal or reposting. For example, if the document has already been reversed or if it is in a closed period.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not be eligible for reversal or reposting in the Central Finance environment.
  Cross-Company Code Issues: If the document involves multiple company codes, there may be restrictions on reversing or reposting across those codes.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow for the reversal or reposting of certain types of documents in Central Finance.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the operation from being completed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. If it has already been reversed or is in a closed period, you may need to take alternative actions.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type is eligible for reversal or reposting. Consult with your SAP configuration team if necessary.
  Cross-Company Code Considerations: If the document involves multiple company codes, ensure that the necessary configurations and permissions are in place to allow for the reversal or reposting.
  Configuration Review: Work with your SAP Basis or Finance team to review the configuration settings related to Central Finance and document processing.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any data issues that may be causing the error. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (for reversing documents) and FBRA (for resetting cleared items) to understand the processes involved.
  Central Finance Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Central Finance for best practices and guidelines on document handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.