How To Fix GA537 - Reversal of & has been cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 537

• Message text: Reversal of & has been cancelled

What causes this issue?

Transaction &V1& has already run for the specified cycles in the period
&v2& to &v3& &v4&. You must reset the processed values before you can
rerun the transaction. However, you have interrupted the reversal
processing.

System Response

The SAP System does not execute reversal or normal processing.

How to fix this error?

Reselect transaction &V1& to restart the processing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA537 - Reversal of & has been cancelled ?

  The SAP error message GA537, which states "Reversal of & has been cancelled," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset accounting when attempting to reverse a document or transaction that cannot be reversed for some reason. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Already Reversed: The document you are trying to reverse has already been reversed previously.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the document may be closed, preventing any further changes or reversals.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal (e.g., it may be locked or in a different processing state).
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: The document may have dependencies on other transactions that prevent it from being reversed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document has already been reversed or if it is in a status that allows for reversal.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the document is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period for the reversal.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to perform the reversal. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the document is linked to other transactions, consult with your finance team to understand the dependencies and how to resolve them.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the reversal cannot be performed, consider using alternative methods such as creating a correcting entry instead of a reversal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB08: Reverse Document
  AB08: Reverse Asset Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document reversal processes in Financial Accounting (FI) and Asset Accounting (AA).
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.