How To Fix GL205 - You cannot reverse rollups with rollup type 'Export'

GL205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 205

• Message text: You cannot reverse rollups with rollup type 'Export'

What causes this issue?

You tried to reverse an 'Export' rollup.
You cannot do so, however, for reasons of consistency.

System Response

The rollup cannot be reversed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL205 - You cannot reverse rollups with rollup type 'Export' ?

  The SAP error message GL205, which states "You cannot reverse rollups with rollup type 'Export'," typically occurs in the context of financial data processing, particularly when dealing with rollup types in the General Ledger (GL) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to reverse a rollup that has been designated as an "Export" type, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Rollup Type Restrictions: The rollup type 'Export' is designed for exporting data to external systems or for reporting purposes. The system does not allow reversing these rollups because they are often finalized and may have already been sent to external systems or used for reporting.
  Data Integrity: Allowing reversals on export rollups could compromise the integrity of the financial data, especially if the data has been shared with other systems or stakeholders.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rollup Type: Verify the type of rollup you are trying to reverse. If it is indeed an