How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM154 - Cannot cancel document &1: follow-on documents exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Cannot cancel document &1: follow-on documents exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM154 - Cannot cancel document &1: follow-on documents exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM154 Cannot cancel document &1: follow-on documents exist typically occurs when you attempt to cancel a document (such as a purchase order, goods receipt, or invoice) that has associated follow-on documents. Follow-on documents are transactions that are dependent on the original document, such as invoices that reference a purchase order or goods receipts that reference a purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Follow-On Documents: The primary reason for this error is that there are one or more follow-on documents that have been created based on the document you are trying to cancel. For example, if you are trying to cancel a purchase order, there may be an invoice or goods receipt that has already been created against that order.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to cancel may be in a status that does not allow for cancellation due to existing dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Follow-On Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to check for any follow-on documents related to the document you are trying to cancel.
  You can also use the document number in the error message to search for related documents.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Reverse Follow-On Documents:
  
  If you find any follow-on documents, you will need to cancel or reverse them first before you can cancel the original document.
  For example, if there is an invoice, you may need to reverse the invoice using transaction MIRO or FB08 (for financial documents).
  
  
  
  Check Document Flow:
  
  Use the document flow feature in SAP to see the relationship between documents. This can help you understand which documents need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If the follow-on documents are valid and should not be canceled, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., procurement, finance) to determine the appropriate course of action.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Depending on the type of document, you may need to use specific transaction codes to reverse or cancel the documents. For example:
  
  For purchase orders: ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  For goods receipts: MIGO (Goods Movement)
  For invoices: MIRO (Invoice Verification)
  
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, SD) for more details on document management and cancellation processes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to cancel or reverse documents in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully cancel the document if appropriate.