How To Fix J3216 - Comp.code &, trans.&, flow &, flow type &: Disturbance already processed

J3216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Comp.code &, trans.&, flow &, flow type &: Disturbance already processed

What causes this issue?

The type II cash flow disturbance was already taken into account during
the external data transfer.

System Response

The entry can not be processed.

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 J3216 - Comp.code &, trans.&, flow &, flow type &: Disturbance already processed ?

  The SAP error message J3216, which states "Comp. code &, trans. &, flow &, flow type &: Disturbance already processed," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with cost flows or transactions related to internal orders, cost centers, or other financial postings.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system has detected an attempt to process a disturbance (or an error) that has already been addressed or processed. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The transaction or disturbance has already been processed, and the system is preventing a duplicate entry.
  Incorrect Transaction Flow: The flow type or transaction type may not be valid for the current processing context.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead the system to believe that the disturbance has already been handled.
  System Configuration: Configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the intended