How To Fix /PM0/ABJ_MSG142 - Unable to reverse journal entry &1 because it does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABJ_MSG -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Unable to reverse journal entry &1 because it does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG142 - Unable to reverse journal entry &1 because it does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG142 indicates that the system is unable to reverse a journal entry because the specified journal entry does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset accounting when attempting to reverse a posting that cannot be found in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Journal Entry: The journal entry you are trying to reverse may have been deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Entry Number: The entry number you are using to reverse the journal entry may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the journal entry may be closed, preventing any reversals.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or reverse the journal entry.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Journal Entry: Check if the journal entry number you are trying to reverse actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the journal entry.
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the journal entry is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  Correct Entry Number: Double-check the entry number for any typographical errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to reverse journal entries. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Consult with IT Support: If the entry should exist and you are still encountering issues, consult with your IT support team to check for any data consistency issues or to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03 - Display Document
  FB08 - Reverse Document
  OB52 - Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting and asset accounting for more context on journal entries and reversals.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further investigation.