How To Fix UCF8021 - Reference document &1 is both a reversal document and a reversed document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Reference document &1 is both a reversal document and a reversed document

What causes this issue?

Reference document &V1& is itself reversed by document
number/period/fiscal year &V2&, but it also reverses document
number/period/fiscal year &V3&.

System Response

This document cannot be reversed.

How to fix this error?

Select a document that is not yet reversed, or does not reverse another
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 UCF8021 - Reference document &1 is both a reversal document and a reversed document ?

  The SAP error message UCF8021 indicates that there is a conflict with a document that is both a reversal document and a reversed document. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where a document is being processed for reversal, but the system identifies that the document in question has already been reversed or is itself a reversal of another document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status Conflict: The document you are trying to process is already marked as a reversal or has been reversed, leading to a conflict in the system.
  Incorrect Document Selection: The user may have selected the wrong document for reversal, or the document may have been incorrectly processed in the past.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or transaction logs that are causing the system to misinterpret the document's status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check if the document is indeed a reversal or has been reversed.
  Correct Document Selection: Ensure that you are selecting the correct document for reversal. If you have selected a document that is already a reversal, you will need to select the original document instead.
  Review Transaction History: Look at the transaction history for the document to understand its current state and any previous reversals that may have occurred.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any necessary data consistency checks or reports to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the document flow in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and others that may help in managing financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform document reversals, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF8021 error and successfully manage your document transactions in SAP.