How To Fix J1B_NFE045 - Automatic cancellation of document &1 not possible; check source document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1B_NFE - Message class for NF-e

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Automatic cancellation of document &1 not possible; check source document

What causes this issue?

Electronic fiscal document number &v1& has to be canceled, but the
system could not find the corresponding source document.

System Response

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?

Check for the source document in the
<DS:TRAN.J1B3N>Nota Fiscal Writer</> and cancel it manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE045 - Automatic cancellation of document &1 not possible; check source document ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE045, which states "Automatic cancellation of document &1 not possible; check source document," typically occurs in the context of Brazilian tax compliance, particularly when dealing with Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NF-e) documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to automatically cancel a specific document due to issues with the source document.
  Causes:
  
  
  Source Document Issues: The source document (e.g., an invoice or a delivery) may have inconsistencies or errors that prevent its cancellation. This could include:
  
  The document is already canceled or does not exist.
  The document is in a status that does not allow cancellation (e.g., already processed or posted).
  The document has been referenced in other transactions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to cancel the document.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly for handling cancellations of NF-e documents.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system errors.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Source Document: 
  
  Verify the status of the source document. Ensure it is not already canceled or in a state that prevents cancellation.
  Check if the document has been referenced in other transactions that might affect its cancellation.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to cancel the document has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to NF-e and document cancellation in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Manual Cancellation: 
  
  If automatic cancellation is not possible, consider manually canceling the document through the appropriate transaction codes or processes in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues: 
  
  If the problem persists, check for any technical issues in the system, such as database locks or errors in the application logs. You may need to involve your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing NF-e documents, such as J1B1N (for NF-e processing) and J1B2N (for NF-e cancellation).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.