How To Fix FMFG357 - Choose 'reverse confirmation document' function first

FMFG357 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Choose 'reverse confirmation document' function first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG357 - Choose 'reverse confirmation document' function first ?

  The SAP error message FMFG357, which states "Choose 'reverse confirmation document' function first," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with confirmation documents in the framework of production orders, service orders, or similar processes. This error indicates that the system expects you to reverse a confirmation document before proceeding with other actions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sequence of Actions: The user is trying to perform an action (like posting a new confirmation or making changes) without first reversing an existing confirmation document that needs to be addressed.
  Pending Confirmation: There may be an existing confirmation that has not been reversed or processed, which is preventing further actions.
  System Configuration: There might be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that enforce this sequence of operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reverse Confirmation Document:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., CO11N for confirmations).
  Select the option to reverse the confirmation document. This is usually found in the menu or as