How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC274 - Reversal posting failed: incorrect configuration for document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC - Central Finance Accounting Document generation

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Reversal posting failed: incorrect configuration for document type &1

What causes this issue?

There is an error in the document type configuration in table T003.
Either document type <(>&<)>1 has not been maintained or the maintained
reversal document type in not valid.

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?

Check the configuration for document type <(>&<)>1 in table T003. Make
sure that there is a corresponding entry for document type <(>&<)>1 and
that the maintained reversal document type is valid.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC274 - Reversal posting failed: incorrect configuration for document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC274 indicates that a reversal posting has failed due to an incorrect configuration for the specified document type. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and can be related to various settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message may not be correctly configured for reversal postings. This could include settings related to the posting period, allowed transaction types, or other parameters.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the reversal may be closed or not open for the specified document type.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the reversal may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified document type.
  Custom Logic or Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or logic implemented in the system, they may interfere with the reversal process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 or SPRO).
  Verify that the document type in question is set up to allow reversals. Check the settings for reversal documents and ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods in the system (Transaction Code: OB52) to ensure that the period for the reversal is open.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or create a new posting period.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform reversal postings for the specified document type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might affect the reversal process, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test reversal to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBA7 (Document Type Configuration)
  OB52 (Posting Periods)
  FB08 (Reversal of Document)
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to financial accounting and document types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.