How To Fix UCF8024 - Ref.document &1 is a reversal doc.; reference entry with original doc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF8 - Messages for Manual Journal Entry

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Ref.document &1 is a reversal doc.; reference entry with original doc.

What causes this issue?

Reference document &V1& is a reversal document (document
number/period/fiscal year of the reversed document: &V2&).

System Response

This reversal document will be reversed by a new document, which uses
the reversed document as a reference. This new document has no
reference to the reference document or to the reversed document.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF8024 - Ref.document &1 is a reversal doc.; reference entry with original doc. ?

  The SAP error message UCF8024 indicates that there is an issue related to a reversal document in the context of a reference entry with the original document. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document reversals in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  The error message UCF8024 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Reversal Document: The document you are trying to process is a reversal document, and the system is expecting a reference to the original document.
  Incorrect Document Flow: The system may not be able to find the original document that corresponds to the reversal document.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the reversal may not be configured correctly or may not allow for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the original document may be closed, preventing further modifications or references.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF8024 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Flow: Verify that the original document exists and is correctly linked to the reversal document. You can do this by checking the document flow in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Document Types: Ensure that the document type for the reversal is set up correctly in the configuration. You may need to consult with your SAP FI/CO configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period for the original document is open. If it is closed, you may need to open the period or create a new document in an open period.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for processing reversals. For example, if you are trying to reverse a document, use the appropriate transaction (e.g., FB08 for reversing a financial document).
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP's customer support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (Reverse Document), FBRA (Reset Cleared Items), and others that may be applicable to your situation.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation for financial transactions and document management to understand the expected behavior and configurations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UCF8024 error and implement a suitable solution.