How To Fix FQ857 - Documents with different release status cannot be bundled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 857

• Message text: Documents with different release status cannot be bundled

What causes this issue?

The amount of the request is equal to zero.

System Response

An individual request with a zero amount cannot be changed to status
"complete".

How to fix this error?

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 FQ857 - Documents with different release status cannot be bundled ?

  The SAP error message FQ857, which states "Documents with different release status cannot be bundled," typically occurs in the context of financial documents, particularly when trying to bundle or process multiple documents that have different release statuses. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the processing of invoices, payments, or other financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to bundle documents that have different release statuses. In SAP, documents can have various statuses, such as:
  
  Released: The document is approved and can be processed.
  Blocked: The document is not approved and cannot be processed.
  In Process: The document is still being worked on and is not yet finalized.
  
  When you try to bundle documents for processing (e.g., in a payment run or invoice processing), all documents must have the same release status. If there is a mix of statuses, SAP will prevent the bundling to maintain data integrity and ensure that only approved documents are processed together.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Statuses: Review the statuses of the documents you are trying to bundle. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents) and checking the status of each document.
  
  
  Release or Block Documents: 
  
  If some documents are blocked or in process, you may need to release them if they are ready for processing. This can typically be done through the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like FBV0 for releasing blocked invoices).
  If certain documents should not be processed together, consider separating them based on their statuses.
  
  
  
  Adjust Bundling Criteria: If you are using a program or transaction that allows for bundling, ensure that you are only selecting documents with the same release status.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the statuses or how to change them, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team for guidance on the appropriate steps to take.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBV0 (Release Blocked Invoices), and F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage document statuses effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements that could affect document processing.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change document statuses or perform bundling operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FQ857 error and successfully bundle your documents for processing.