How To Fix FVD_DEFCAP362 - Errors have occurred; the deferral cannot be reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEFCAP - Deferral/Capitalization

• Message number: 362

• Message text: Errors have occurred; the deferral cannot be reversed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP362 - Errors have occurred; the deferral cannot be reversed ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP362 indicates that there are issues preventing the reversal of a deferral. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with deferral accounting in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The deferral entry may have incomplete or incorrect data that prevents the reversal.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the deferral may be closed, or there may be restrictions on reversing entries in that period.
  Document Status: The document associated with the deferral may be in a status that does not allow for reversal (e.g., it may be locked or already reversed).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the reversal of deferrals under certain conditions.
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: The deferral may be linked to other transactions that need to be addressed before a reversal can occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the deferral document. Ensure it is not locked or already reversed.
  Review Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open for the reversal. If it is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period for the reversal.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all required fields and data for the deferral are complete and correct. Correct any discrepancies.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to deferral accounting in your SAP system. Ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the reversal.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent transactions that need to be addressed before the deferral can be reversed.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like FB08 for reversing documents) to attempt the reversal and see if additional error messages provide more context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on deferral accounting and reversal processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully reverse the deferral.