How To Fix FS598 - Document & & & is not a clearing document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 598

• Message text: Document & & & is not a clearing document

What causes this issue?

You tried to reverse clearing for document number "&V1&". Document
"&V1&", however, is not a clearing document.
There may be two reasons for this:
You made a typing error during entry.
You wanted to reverse clearing for an item in document "&V1&". The
item, however, was cleared with a different document number.

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?

Check your entry.
Display the cleared item that you want to reserve in document "&V1&".
Check the clearing document number used to clear this item and try
reversing the cleared item with this document number.

How can this happen?

<ZH>Document 123</>
Itm,,1,,,,100,,,,ClgDoc,,456
Itm,,2,,100
<ZH>Document 456</>
Itm,,1,,100,,,,,,ClgDoc,,456
Itm,,2,,,,100
The clearing document number 456 must always be used to reverse
clearing between documents 123 and 456.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS598 - Document & & & is not a clearing document ?

  The SAP error message FS598 indicates that the document you are trying to process is not a clearing document. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with clearing accounts or reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document you are trying to clear may not be of the correct type. Clearing documents are usually specific types of financial documents that are meant to offset or clear other transactions.
  Document Status: The document may not be in a status that allows it to be cleared. For example, it might be already cleared, or it could be in a status that prevents clearing.
  Posting Errors: There may have been an error during the posting of the document, leading to it not being recognized as a clearing document.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the document from being recognized as a clearing document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document you are trying to clear is indeed a clearing document. You can do this by checking the document type in the SAP system.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows it to be cleared. If it has already been cleared or is in a locked status, you may need to reverse or unlock it.
  Repost the Document: If there was an error during the posting, you may need to reverse the document and repost it correctly.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to review the settings related to clearing documents.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to review the document details and FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (Enter G/L Account Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to analyze the documents involved.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or solutions based on the version of SAP you are using.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial accounting and clearing processes for more detailed information on handling clearing documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.