How To Fix RE191 - Only records of the type "manual reduction" can be cancelled

RE191 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Only records of the type "manual reduction" can be cancelled

What causes this issue?

This message may be triggered by one of two things:
You have chosen a totals record.
You have chosen a record which is not a manual reduction.
In this environment, you can only cancel history records originating
from manual reduction. All other records can be raised with the
appropriate transaction. This includes setting the amount to zero or
posting a record with a negative amount.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE191 - Only records of the type "manual reduction" can be cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RE191, which states "Only records of the type 'manual reduction' can be cancelled," typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) when attempting to cancel a transaction that is not eligible for cancellation. This error is specifically related to the types of transactions that can be reversed or canceled in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you try to cancel a record that is not classified as a "manual reduction." In SAP Real Estate Management, there are different types of transactions, and only certain types (like manual reductions) can be reversed. If you attempt to cancel a transaction that is of a different type (e.g., automatic postings, adjustments, etc.), you will encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify the type of transaction you are trying to cancel. Ensure that it is indeed a "manual reduction." You can