How To Fix FTR_GENERAL618 - Referred CO (CO Key - & ) already invalidated / reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL - Common messages for Correspondence object

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Referred CO (CO Key - & ) already invalidated / reversed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL618 - Referred CO (CO Key - & ) already invalidated / reversed ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL618 indicates that a specific CO (Controlling) key has already been invalidated or reversed. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or postings related to treasury management or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalidation/Reversal: The CO key you are trying to use has already been invalidated or reversed in the system. This means that the associated financial transaction is no longer valid for processing.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, where the system is trying to reference a CO key that has been marked as inactive or has been reversed due to a prior transaction.
  Incorrect Posting: The error may arise if there is an attempt to post a transaction against a CO key that is not in an active state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check CO Key Status: Verify the status of the CO key in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like KSB1 for cost centers or KOB1 for orders) to see if the CO key is indeed invalidated or reversed.
  Review Transaction History: Look at the transaction history for the CO key to understand why it was invalidated or reversed. This may provide insights into whether it was a manual action or a result of a system process.
  Recreate or Reactivate: If the CO key needs to be used again, you may need to recreate it or reactivate it, depending on your organization's policies and the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of reactivating or recreating a CO key, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked transactions that could be affected by reactivating or modifying the CO key.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KSB1: Display Cost Centers
  KOB1: Display Orders
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to treasury management and controlling to understand the implications of CO key management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support resources for further assistance.