How To Fix VF810 - Subsequent doc. exist for item &1. Partial reversal with item selection.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 810

• Message text: Subsequent doc. exist for item &1. Partial reversal with item selection.

What causes this issue?

Subsequent documents were created for this document item.

System Response

The document item can be cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether you would like to cancel this document item
although subsequent documents exist.
For a partial reversal use the item selection.

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 VF810 - Subsequent doc. exist for item &1. Partial reversal with item selection. ?

  The SAP error message VF810 indicates that a subsequent document exists for the item in question, which prevents a partial reversal of the billing document. This typically occurs when there are subsequent documents, such as credit memos or invoices, that are linked to the original billing document.
  Cause:
  
  Subsequent Documents: The most common cause of this error is that there are subsequent documents (like credit memos or additional invoices) that reference the item you are trying to reverse. SAP does not allow partial reversals if there are dependent documents that could be affected.
  Document Flow: The document flow in SAP may show that the item has been processed further, making it impossible to reverse it partially without affecting the integrity of the data.
  Configuration Settings: In some cases, the configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict partial reversals under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Flow: Review the document flow for the billing document to identify any subsequent documents that are linked to the item. You can do this by using transaction code VF03 (Display Billing Document) and checking the document flow.
  Full Reversal: If you need to reverse the billing document, consider performing a full reversal instead of a partial one. This can be done using transaction code VF11 (Cancel Billing Document).
  Remove Subsequent Documents: If possible, you may need to reverse or delete the subsequent documents before attempting the partial reversal. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires proper authorization and business justification.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of reversing documents or if the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VF03: Display Billing Document
  VF11: Cancel Billing Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to billing and document management for further insights into handling billing documents and their reversals.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that you follow your organization's policies when making changes to financial documents in SAP.