How To Fix FMCJ050 - Reversal not permitted, FI document & & not cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCJ - IS-PS: Messages for Cash Desk Subsidiary Ledger

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Reversal not permitted, FI document & & not cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCJ050 - Reversal not permitted, FI document & & not cleared ?

  The SAP error message FMCJ050, which states "Reversal not permitted, FI document & & not cleared," typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a financial document that has not been fully cleared in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when there are open items associated with the document that need to be cleared before a reversal can be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Open Items: The financial document you are trying to reverse has open items that have not been cleared. This means that there are still outstanding transactions linked to the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal, such as being part of a closed period or having been processed in a way that restricts reversal.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may prevent the reversal of documents under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Open Items: 
  
  Use transaction code FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for any open items related to the document.
  Clear any open items associated with the document before attempting the reversal again.
  
  
  
  Clear the Document:
  
  If there are open items, you may need to clear them using the appropriate transaction (e.g., F-32 for clearing customer items or F-44 for vendor items).
  Ensure that all related transactions are settled or cleared.
  
  
  
  Review Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document to ensure it is eligible for reversal. If it is in a closed period, you may need to reopen the period or use a different method to adjust the entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may restrict document reversals. This may include checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods:
  
  If reversal is not possible due to system restrictions, consider using alternative methods such as creating a correcting entry to offset the original document.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  F-32: Clear Customer
  F-44: Clear Vendor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for further insights into handling document reversals and clearing processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMCJ050 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.