How To Fix FKKINV294 - Reversal items are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 294

• Message text: Reversal items are not permitted

What causes this issue?

When generating a new billing document, the
<DS:DE.REVERSALITEM_KK>Reversal Item</> field must not be selected.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV294 - Reversal items are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV294: Reversal items are not permitted typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that the system is preventing the reversal of certain items, which may be due to various reasons related to the configuration or the status of the items involved.
  Causes:
  
  
  Item Status: The item you are trying to reverse may not be in a status that allows for reversal. For example, if the item has already been cleared or if it is in a closed period, the system may not allow a reversal.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not permit reversals for certain types of items. This could be due to settings in the financial accounting or contract accounts configuration.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on reversals. If the item belongs to a document type that does not allow reversals, you will encounter this error.
  
  
  Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, the system will not allow any reversals for items in that period.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The transaction type associated with the item may not support reversals.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item you are trying to reverse. Ensure that it is eligible for reversal. If it has been cleared or is in a closed period, you may need to take additional steps to address this.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to item reversals. Ensure that the configuration allows for reversals for the specific item type you are dealing with.
  
  
  Document Type Review: Check the document type of the item. If it is a type that does not allow reversals, you may need to create a new document to correct the error instead of reversing.
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the item is open. If it is closed, you may need to open the period temporarily to perform the reversal, or you may need to use a different method to correct the entry.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If reversal is not permitted, consider using alternative methods such as creating a correcting entry or a new document that offsets the original entry.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling reversals in your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the FI-CA module or the specific area where the error occurs to understand the rules and configurations related to item reversals.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.