How To Fix FIPR511 - IVA and RBD field cannot be active at the same time

FIPR511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPR - Nachrichten für Finanzprodukte

• Message number: 511

• Message text: IVA and RBD field cannot be active at the same time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPR511 - IVA and RBD field cannot be active at the same time ?

  The SAP error message FIPR511 indicates that both the IVA (Input VAT) and RBD (Reimbursement Document) fields cannot be active simultaneously in a particular context, typically when dealing with tax-related transactions or document processing in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system is configured in such a way that it does not allow both fields to be active at the same time. This could be due to business rules or settings in the financial module.
  Data Entry Errors: During the entry of a transaction, both fields may have been inadvertently filled, leading to a conflict.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent the simultaneous use of IVA and RBD.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIPR511 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Document Entry: Check the transaction or document you are trying to process. Ensure that only one of the fields (IVA or RBD) is filled out.