How To Fix ISU_WUI_DOC011 - The reversal reason &1 is not valid for billing documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_WUI_DOC - IS-U Billing and Print Document WUI Messages

• Message number: 011

• Message text: The reversal reason &1 is not valid for billing documents

What causes this issue?

The same option for billing document checkbox was selected. The
reversal reason is not possible since it is only available for print
documents.
Change the reversal reason or choose different options for the billing
document.

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 ISU_WUI_DOC011 - The reversal reason &1 is not valid for billing documents ?

  The SAP error message ISU_WUI_DOC011 indicates that there is an issue with the reversal reason specified for a billing document in the SAP IS-U (Utilities) module. This error typically occurs when the reversal reason provided does not match the expected values defined in the system for the type of billing document being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reversal Reason: The reversal reason you are trying to use is not valid for the specific billing document type. Each billing document type may have specific allowed reversal reasons.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not have the reversal reason properly defined or linked to the billing document type.
  Document Status: The billing document may be in a status that does not allow for the specified reversal reason.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified reversal reason.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reversal Reason: Verify that the reversal reason you are using is valid for the billing document type. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for billing documents in the IS-U module. Ensure that the reversal reasons are correctly defined and associated with the appropriate billing document types.
  
  You can check this in the configuration path: SPRO > SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > IS-U > Billing > Basic Settings > Define Reversal Reasons.
  
  
  Document Status: Ensure that the billing document is in a status that allows for reversal. If the document is already settled or in a closed status, it may not be eligible for reversal.
  User Authorization: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the reversal with the specified reason. If not, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific billing document type and its allowed reversal reasons.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB08 (for reversing accounting documents) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) to check related documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution.