How To Fix NAA720 - First reverse the settlement run &1 for arrangement &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 720

• Message text: First reverse the settlement run &1 for arrangement &2

What causes this issue?

Settement run &V1&, in which document &V3& was created, is not the last
settlement run (&V4&) for arrangement &V2&.

System Response

To avoid inconsistencies in settlement accounting, single documents
should not be reversed individually.

How to fix this error?

Use report RWMBON15 or transaction MEB0 to reverse settlement runs.
Single documents should only be reversed individually if only one
document was created in the settlement run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 NAA720 - First reverse the settlement run &1 for arrangement &2 ?

  The SAP error message NAA720 indicates that there is an issue with the settlement run for a specific arrangement. This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action (like a new settlement run) on an arrangement that has not been reversed from a previous settlement run.
  Cause:
  The error message "First reverse the settlement run &1 for arrangement &2" suggests that:
  
  A settlement run (identified by &1) has already been executed for the specified arrangement (identified by &2).
  You are trying to perform another settlement operation without first reversing the previous one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to reverse the previous settlement run before proceeding with any new settlement actions. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Settlement Run: Note the settlement run number (&1) and the arrangement number (&2) from the error message.
  
  
  Reverse the Settlement Run:
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction in SAP for reversing the settlement run. This is typically done in the SAP GUI.
  Use the transaction code related to settlement reversal (e.g., NAA1 for settlement runs).
  Enter the settlement run number and the arrangement number.
  Execute the reversal process.
  
  
  
  Confirm Reversal: After executing the reversal, confirm that the settlement run has been successfully reversed. You can check the status of the arrangement to ensure that it is now eligible for a new settlement run.
  
  
  Perform New Settlement: Once the previous settlement run has been reversed, you can proceed with the new settlement run for the arrangement.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for settlement processes, such as:
  
  NAA1 - for settlement runs
  NAA2 - for displaying settlement runs
  NAA3 - for reversing settlement runs
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on settlement processes and error handling.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to reverse settlement runs and perform related actions in the system.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the reversal does not work as expected, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NAA720 error and continue with your settlement processes in SAP.