How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_REV004 - Reversal item &2 was created for the ordering party item &1

/PF1/MSG_PO_REV004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_REV -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Reversal item &2 was created for the ordering party item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_REV004 - Reversal item &2 was created for the ordering party item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_REV004 indicates that a reversal item has been created for the ordering party item in a purchase order (PO) context. This message typically arises during the process of reversing a purchase order or a related document.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A reversal of a purchase order item is attempted, but the system detects that a reversal item has already been created for the specified ordering party item.
  There may be inconsistencies in the document flow or the status of the purchase order, which prevents further reversals or modifications.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Flow: Review the document flow for the purchase order to see if a reversal has already been processed. You can do this by navigating to the purchase order in SAP and checking the history or document flow.
  
  
  Review Reversal Items: If a reversal item already exists, you may need to