How To Fix FKKBIX894 - A dependent follow-on document &2 exists for billing document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX - Conv.Inv.: Billing (Invoice Preprocessing)

• Message number: 894

• Message text: A dependent follow-on document &2 exists for billing document &1

What causes this issue?

During the reversal of billing document &V1&, the system determined that
a dependent billing document &V2& already exists for this document, and
this dependent billing document is based on the results of the document
to be reversed. This follow-on billing document also has to be reversed.

System Response

If it does not already exist, the system creates a reversal request for
the automatic reversal (for example, document reversal process) for the
dependent follow-on document.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX894 - A dependent follow-on document &2 exists for billing document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX894 indicates that there is a dependent follow-on document associated with the billing document you are trying to process. This typically occurs in the context of billing and financial transactions within SAP, particularly in the SAP FI (Financial Accounting) and SD (Sales and Distribution) modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or change a billing document that has dependent follow-on documents. These follow-on documents could include:
  
  Accounting documents
  Credit memos
  Debit memos
  Other billing documents
  
  The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and consistency, as modifying or deleting a billing document that has dependent documents could lead to discrepancies in financial reporting and transaction history.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Documents: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or VF03 (Display Billing Document) to check for any dependent documents linked to the billing document in question. You can also use the document flow feature to see related documents.
  
  
  Review Document Flow: In the billing document, check the document flow to identify any follow-on documents. This can be done in the billing document display screen.
  
  
  Delete or Change Dependent Documents: If you need to delete or change the original billing document, you may first need to delete or reverse the dependent documents. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or changing documents, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the impact on financial reporting.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you need to reverse a document, you can use transaction codes like FB08 (Reverse Document) for accounting documents or VF11 (Cancel Billing Document) for billing documents.
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic: If your organization has custom logic or enhancements in place, ensure that these are not causing the issue. Consult with your SAP technical team if necessary.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF03, FB03, FB08, and VF11.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for billing and financial processes to understand the implications of document dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKBIX894 error and proceed with your billing document processing.