How To Fix G01813 - Document type &1: Incorrect setting for automatic document reversal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Document type &1: Incorrect setting for automatic document reversal

What causes this issue?

You have assigned document type &V1& to reclassification task &V2&. In
this task, you have selected the <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> checkbox.
In this case, you should activate the checkbox <LS>Automatic reversal in
subsequent period/year</> in Customizing for the document type for
reclassifications.
If you selected the checkbox <LS>Discontinued Consolidation Units</> or
<LS>Discontinued Partner Units</> in the reclassification task, you
should also activate the checkbox <LS>Suppress Posting of Automatic
Reversals to Subsequent Year</> in Customizing for the document type.
Document type &V1& does <ZH>not</> reflect the settings for automatic
reversals stated above.

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?

Adjust the Customizing settings for reclassification task &V2& by
assigning a document type that reflects the settings for automatic
reversals stated above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01813 - Document type &1: Incorrect setting for automatic document reversal ?

  The SAP error message G01813 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the document type related to automatic document reversal. This error typically arises when the settings for the document type do not allow for automatic reversal, which is necessary for certain transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type in question may not be configured to allow automatic reversals. This can happen if the settings for the document type do not include the option for automatic reversal.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be compatible with the document type's settings for automatic reversal.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the automatic reversal for the specified document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G01813 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in the SAP system. This can typically be done through the transaction code OBY6 (for Financial Accounting) or OBA7 (for controlling).
  Ensure that the document type is set up to allow automatic reversals. Look for the relevant settings and make adjustments as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction you are trying to execute is compatible with the document type. If not, consider using a different document type that supports automatic reversals.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the automatic reversal. This can be done through transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the document type settings and automatic reversals. This can provide insights into any additional configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on document type configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document types and financial postings, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or FB08 (Reverse Document).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G01813 error and successfully configure the document type for automatic document reversal.