How To Fix FMCJ071 - FI document already cleared

FMCJ071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 071

• Message text: FI document already cleared

What causes this issue?

An FI document that has not yet been cleared must be referenced in the
cash document for a clearing entry. However the existing FI document
has already been cleared by another transaction.

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?

Clarify this problem with accounting.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FMCJ071 - Details

• The SAP error message FMCJ071, which states "FI document already cleared," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions when you attempt to post a new transaction or make changes to an existing one that involves a financial document that has already been cleared. This means that the document in question has already been settled or reconciled, and further modifications or postings are not allowed.
  Causes:
  
  Cleared Document: The financial document you are trying to modify or post against has already been cleared in the system.
  Incorrect Posting: You may be trying to post a new transaction that references a cleared document.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a mistake in the document number or reference you are using.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may prevent modifications to cleared documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to