How To Fix UJJ_EXCEPTION063 - Can only unpost a journal with status Posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJJ_EXCEPTION - BPC: Message Class for UJJ Exception

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Can only unpost a journal with status Posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJJ_EXCEPTION063 - Can only unpost a journal with status Posted ?

  The SAP error message UJJ_EXCEPTION063: Can only unpost a journal with status Posted typically occurs when you attempt to unpost a journal entry that is not in the "Posted" status. This error is common in financial modules where journal entries are managed, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP ECC.
  Cause:
  The error arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Journal Status: The journal entry you are trying to unpost is not in the "Posted" status. It may be in a different status such as "Draft," "Blocked," or "Deleted."
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to unpost certain types of journal entries.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that restrict unposting of certain journal entries based on their status or type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Journal Status:
  
  Verify the status of the journal entry you are trying to unpost. Ensure that it is indeed in the "Posted" status.
  You can do this by navigating to the journal entry in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for viewing documents) and checking its status.
  
  
  
  Correct Journal Entry:
  
  If the journal entry is not in the "Posted" status, you may need to take appropriate actions based on its current status:
  
  If it is in "Draft," you may need to post it first before unposting.
  If it is "Blocked," you may need to resolve the blocking issue before proceeding.
  
  
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to unpost journal entries. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to grant you the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to journal entries and unposting procedures to ensure you are following the correct process.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you have verified the status and permissions but still encounter the error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), and others related to journal entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UJJ_EXCEPTION063 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this issue.
  Training: Consider training or resources on financial document management in SAP to better understand the processes and statuses involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.