How To Fix KI148 - Reverse reposting document &1 for the activity allocation first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Reverse reposting document &1 for the activity allocation first

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse an activity allocation or a confirmation.
The corresponding document has already been reposted in CO by document
&V1&.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If the message is an error message, you must reverse the reposting
document.
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If the message is not an error message, check whether the reposting
document is still to be reversed. You only reverse this document and
not the CO reposting documents.
In Customizing, you can change this message from an error message to a
warning message or a note, or deactivate it. See the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>"Change message control"</> step (work
area "KI", message number "148") in the "General Controlling"
Implementation Guide (IMG).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI148 - Reverse reposting document &1 for the activity allocation first ?

  The SAP error message KI148 indicates that there is an issue with reverse reposting a document for activity allocation. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to reverse a document that has already been posted for activity allocation.
  Cause:
  The error message KI148 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Document Sequence: The document you are trying to reverse may not be the last document posted for the activity allocation. SAP requires that reversals be done in the correct sequence.
  
  
  Missing Original Document: The original document that you are trying to reverse may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the document may be closed, preventing any further changes or reversals.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling module that are preventing the reversal.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI148 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Sequence: Ensure that you are trying to reverse the most recent document related to the activity allocation. You can check the document flow in the system to confirm this.
  
  
  Verify Original Document: Make sure that the original document exists and has not been deleted. You can use transaction codes like KSB1 (for displaying cost center reports) to check the document.
  
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify that the posting period for the document is open. You can check this in the period closing settings in the controlling module. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period for the reversal.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that everything is set up correctly for activity allocations and reversals.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the error and its resolution.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, KOB1, and KSV5 for analyzing cost allocations and postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform reversals in the controlling module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KI148 error and implement a solution to resolve it.