How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR173 - Cannot cancel FSD &2; invoice already posted for purchase order &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Cannot cancel FSD &2; invoice already posted for purchase order &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR173 - Cannot cancel FSD &2; invoice already posted for purchase order &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR173 indicates that you are trying to cancel a Freight Settlement Document (FSD) for a purchase order (PO) that has already had an invoice posted against it. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there are attempts to reverse or cancel freight settlements that are linked to financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invoice Posted: The primary cause of this error is that an invoice has already been posted for the purchase order associated with the freight settlement document. Once an invoice is posted, it creates a financial commitment that cannot be easily reversed without addressing the invoice first.
  Document Status: The status of the FSD may not allow for cancellation if it is linked to a posted invoice.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or configurations in place that prevent the cancellation of FSDs once an invoice is posted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Invoice Status: Verify if an invoice has indeed been posted for the purchase order in question. You can do this by checking the invoice documents in the system.
  
  
  Cancel or Reverse Invoice: If you need to cancel the FSD, you may first need to reverse or cancel the invoice that is linked to the purchase order. This can typically be done through the invoice management transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like MIRO for invoice verification).
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are not authorized to reverse invoices, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications and to get assistance in reversing the invoice.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this is a recurring issue, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in SAP TM and the integration with the financial module to ensure that the processes align with your business requirements.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MIRO for invoice verification.
  MIGO for goods movement.
  /SCMTMS/FSD for managing freight settlement documents.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions, such as reversing invoices or canceling FSDs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your freight settlement processes in SAP.