How To Fix VR143 - The selected function is not possible for external document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 143

• Message text: The selected function is not possible for external document &1

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VR143 - "The selected function is not possible for external document &1":
  
  Error Message
  VR143: The selected function is not possible for external document &1
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to perform a function or transaction on an external document that does not support that function. In SAP, external documents are documents that originate outside the SAP system but are referenced or processed within it (e.g., invoices, credit memos, or payment documents imported from external systems).
  Common causes include:
  
  Attempting to change or reverse an external document that is not allowed to be changed or reversed.
  Trying to post a payment or clearing against an external document that is locked or has restrictions.
  Using a function that is only valid for internal SAP documents but not for external documents.
  The document status or type does not permit the selected operation.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error:
  
  
  Check Document Type and Status:
  
  Verify the document type of the external document.
  Check if the document is locked, cleared, or has a status that prevents the function.
  Use transaction codes like FB03 to display the document and check its attributes.
  
  
  
  Review the Function Being Performed:
  
  Confirm that the function you are trying to execute is valid for external documents.
  For example, reversal or change functions might only be allowed for internal documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration in Financial Accounting (FI) related to document types and their allowed functions.
  Verify if the external document type is configured to allow the function you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transaction:
  
  Use the correct transaction or process designed for external documents.
  For example, if you are trying to reverse an external document, use the specific reversal transaction or process for external documents.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to perform the function on external documents.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to VR143 for any known issues or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03 - Display Document
  FBRA - Reset Cleared Items
  F-44 - Clear Vendor
  F-28 - Post Incoming Payments
  FB08 - Reverse Document
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI)
  Accounts Payable (AP)
  Accounts Receivable (AR)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace for notes related to VR143.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for FI document processing and external document handling.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.