How To Fix REEXFI251 - Reversal not possible if input tax distribution already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXFI - Messages for Interface to FI

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Reversal not possible if input tax distribution already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse a document for which input tax distribution was
already carried out in the Real Estate component.

System Response

Reversal is not possible.

How to fix this error?

First reverse distribution document &v1& and then reverse the original
document.

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 REEXFI251 - Reversal not possible if input tax distribution already exists ?

  The SAP error message REEXFI251 indicates that a reversal of a document is not possible because there is an existing input tax distribution. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to reverse a document that has already been processed with input tax distribution, which is a mechanism used to allocate input tax amounts across multiple cost centers or profit centers.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Input Tax Distribution Exists: The document you are trying to reverse has already been processed with input tax distribution, which means that the tax amounts have been allocated to different accounts.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reversal, such as being part of a closed period or having been cleared.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the reversal of documents with input tax distribution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REEXFI251 error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document you are trying to reverse is not in a closed period or has not been cleared. If it is, you may need to reopen the period or reverse the clearing first.
  
  
  Review Input Tax Distribution: If the document has an input tax distribution, you may need to reverse the distribution first. This can typically be done through the transaction code used for input tax distribution (e.g., using transaction codes like FBRA for document reversal).
  
  
  Manual Adjustment: If the automatic reversal is not possible, you may need to manually adjust the entries related to the input tax distribution. This could involve creating a new document that corrects the previous entries.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to input tax distribution and document reversal. There may be specific configurations that need to be adjusted to allow for reversals.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox: If you are unsure about the changes, consider testing the reversal process in a sandbox environment to ensure that the solution works without affecting production data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBRA (Document Reversal), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to analyze the documents involved.
  Input Tax Distribution: Understand how input tax distribution works in your organization, including the accounts involved and how they are configured in SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or training materials related to financial accounting and tax management to better understand the implications of input tax distribution.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.