How To Fix FKKINV568 - Reversal of invoiced billing document &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 568

• Message text: Reversal of invoiced billing document &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The invoiced billing document &v1& contains billable items from billing
plan requests.

System Response

You are not allowed to reverse the invoiced billing document &v1&.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to reverse the billing document, you must first reverse the
invoicing document &v2&. If you wish to reverse the billing plan
request, please use the relevant transactions for the billing plan
instead of the reversal of the billing document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV568 - Reversal of invoiced billing document &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV568 indicates that a reversal of an invoiced billing document is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when you attempt to reverse an invoice that has already been processed or has certain restrictions.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The billing document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal. For example, if the document has already been cleared or if it is part of a closed period.
  Legal Restrictions: There may be legal or compliance reasons that prevent the reversal of certain types of invoices.
  Document Type: Certain document types may not allow reversals based on configuration settings in the system.
  Dependencies: The invoice may have dependencies on other documents (e.g., payments, adjustments) that prevent it from being reversed.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may impose additional restrictions on the reversal process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the billing document to ensure it is eligible for reversal. If it has been cleared or is in a closed period, you may need to take additional steps to reverse the clearing or open the period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system to see if reversals are allowed. This may involve consulting with your SAP FI-CA configuration team.
  Consult Legal Guidelines: If the reversal is restricted due to legal reasons, consult with your legal or compliance department to understand the implications and possible alternatives.
  Use Alternative Methods: If reversal is not possible, consider using alternative methods such as creating a credit memo or adjustment document to correct the financial records.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent documents that need to be addressed before the reversal can be processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (to reverse accounting documents) or FBL5N (to display customer line items) to help in your investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to FI-CA and billing document processing for more detailed information on handling invoices and reversals.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.