How To Fix NPA_ERP_ACCESS005 - Cannot reset down payment clearing &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NPA_ERP_ACCESS - Messages ERP Side by Side

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Cannot reset down payment clearing &1

What causes this issue?

You cancelled an invoice, from which the down payment &V2& was deducted
and cleared. Since the credit memo item of the clearing document is
cleared (by incoming payment, for example), the down payment clearing
cannot be reset.

System Response

The down payment clearing is not reset. For this reason, the down
payment is not deducted from the invoice when billing is performed
again.

How to fix this error?

If you want the down payment to be deducted again for a repeated
billing run, you have to reset the down payment clearing manually in
Financial Accounting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NPA_ERP_ACCESS005 - Cannot reset down payment clearing &1 ?

  The SAP error message NPA_ERP_ACCESS005 with the description "Cannot reset down payment clearing &1" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving down payments and clearing processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with resetting the clearing of a down payment, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Document: The document associated with the down payment may not be complete or may have missing information.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the transaction may be closed, preventing any changes or resets.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for clearing resets, such as being locked or already cleared.
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: There may be dependencies on other financial transactions that prevent the reset.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the reset operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Completeness: Ensure that the down payment document is complete and all necessary fields are filled out.
  Open Posting Period: Verify that the posting period for the transaction is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or create a new posting in an open period.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure it is not locked or already cleared. If it is, you may need to reverse or adjust the document first.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any other transactions that are dependent on the down payment that need to be addressed before resetting the clearing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to reset the clearing has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-32 (Clear Customer), F-44 (Clear Vendor), or F-03 (Clear G/L Account) that may be involved in the clearing process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to down payments and clearing processes for a better understanding of the underlying mechanics.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.