How To Fix IPM_CR007 - Posting for reversal document &1 year &2 first takes place with new bdoc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPM_CR - Intellectual Property Management: Contract Revision

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Posting for reversal document &1 year &2 first takes place with new bdoc.

What causes this issue?

The system does not repost the payment for the selected reversal
document to the new title until the new billing document has been
billed.

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?

If the payment with title information is to be cleared immediately and a
posting without title information is to be made, you should delete the
indicator <LS>Reposting First With New Billing Document</> on the
selection screen.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPM_CR007 - Posting for reversal document &1 year &2 first takes place with new bdoc. ?

  The SAP error message IPM_CR007 indicates that there is an issue with posting a reversal document in the context of the Integrated Process Management (IPM) module. Specifically, the error suggests that the reversal for a document in a certain year is being attempted, but it cannot be processed because it requires a new business document (bdoc) to be created first.
  Cause:
  
  Year-End Closing: The error often occurs when trying to reverse a document from a previous fiscal year that has already been closed. In SAP, certain postings cannot be made if the fiscal year is closed.
  Missing Business Document: The system may require a new business document to be created before the reversal can be processed. This could be due to configuration settings or the way the documents are linked in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the reversal from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status: Ensure that the fiscal year you are trying to reverse is open. If it is closed, you may need to reopen it temporarily to process the reversal or follow the appropriate procedures for handling closed years.
  Create New Business Document: If the error indicates that a new bdoc is required, you may need to create this document first. This could involve creating a new transaction or document that links to the original document you are trying to reverse.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the IPM module to ensure that they allow for the reversal of documents as intended. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the IPM module and the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling reversals in the IPM module.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing documents and reversals, such as FB08 for reversing financial documents.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting the reversal has the necessary permissions to perform this action in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.