How To Fix G00522 - Automatic reversal not possible with document type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Automatic reversal not possible with document type &2

What causes this issue?

You have specified document type &V2& for posting the prior period
portion in task &V1&. The interunit profit/loss from the prior period
is eliminated against the profit/loss carried forward without an effect
on net income. A reversal of this procedure in the next period is not
permitted.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Change document type &V2& by deselecting the automatic reversal
indicator or enter a document type for task &V1& that does not have
automatic reversal set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00522 - Automatic reversal not possible with document type &2 ?

  The SAP error message G00522, which states "Automatic reversal not possible with document type &2," typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a financial document that is not configured to allow automatic reversals. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with certain document types in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to reverse does not have the automatic reversal feature enabled in its configuration.
  Document Type Restrictions: Some document types are inherently not designed for automatic reversal due to business rules or accounting practices.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes or reversals from being made.
  Transaction Type Limitations: Certain transactions may not support automatic reversals based on their nature (e.g., certain types of adjustments or corrections).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify if the document type you are trying to reverse is set up to allow automatic reversals. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or use a different document type that supports automatic reversals.
  
  
  
  Manual Reversal:
  
  If automatic reversal is not possible, consider performing a manual reversal. This involves creating a new document that negates the original transaction.
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., FB08 for reversing G/L documents) to manually reverse the document.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period for the document is open. You can check this in the period control settings (Transaction Code: OB52).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to allow the reversal.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific configurations and limitations related to the document type in question.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform reversals for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reversal of G/L Document), FBRA (Reversal of Document with Reference), and OBA7 (Document Type Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on financial document processing in SAP to better understand the implications of document types and reversals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the G00522 error and successfully manage document reversals in your SAP system.