How To Fix SAPLWSII056 - Document &1 is a reversal document; Reversal is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSII - SAP Retail Store: Incoming Invoice

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Document &1 is a reversal document; Reversal is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSII056 - Document &1 is a reversal document; Reversal is not possible ?

  The SAP error message "SAPLWSII056 Document &1 is a reversal document; Reversal is not possible" typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a document that is already a reversal document. In SAP, reversal documents are created to negate the effects of a previous document, and attempting to reverse them again is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Reversal Document: The document you are trying to reverse is already a reversal document. For example, if you have a document that was created to reverse a previous transaction, you cannot reverse it again.
  Incorrect Document Selection: You may have selected the wrong document for reversal, thinking it is a regular document when it is actually a reversal.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may restrict the reversal of certain types of documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify the document type of the document you are trying to reverse. Ensure that it is not a reversal document.
  Identify Original Document: If you need to reverse a transaction, identify the original document that the reversal document was created for and attempt to reverse that instead.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document reversals to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  Use Alternative Methods: If you need to correct an entry that has already been reversed, consider using other methods such as creating a new document to adjust the entries instead of trying to reverse the reversal document.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document) and FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) to understand how to manage document reversals.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to document reversals that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform document reversals in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the error message and understand the context in which it occurs.