How To Fix WAB135 - Item can be canceled during creation at header level only if doc. settled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Item can be canceled during creation at header level only if doc. settled

What causes this issue?

Item void is allowed for settlement documents that act as collective
documents, but only if:
Settlement takes place at item level
Settlement takes place at header level, and the document has the status
"Settled"

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB135 - Item can be canceled during creation at header level only if doc. settled ?

  The SAP error message WAB135 indicates that an item in a document cannot be canceled because it is not settled, and the cancellation can only occur at the header level if the document is settled. This error typically arises in the context of financial documents, such as billing documents or sales orders, where certain conditions must be met before a cancellation can be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to cancel has not been settled. In SAP, certain documents must be settled before they can be canceled.
  Header-Level Cancellation: The system is enforcing a rule that allows cancellation only at the header level if the document is settled. If the document is not settled, you cannot cancel individual items.
  Business Logic: The business process may require that all items in a document be settled before any cancellation can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to cancel. Ensure that it has been settled. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or report in SAP.
  Settle the Document: If the document is not settled, you will need to settle it first. This may involve completing any necessary transactions or processes that lead to settlement.
  Cancel at Header Level: If the document is settled, you can proceed to cancel it at the header level. This typically involves using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., VF11 for billing documents) to cancel the entire document.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your organization's processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the document type you are working with (e.g., VF01 for billing, VA02 for sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform cancellation and settlement actions in SAP.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about the process, consider seeking training or support from your SAP team or a knowledgeable colleague.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WAB135 error and successfully cancel the document if it meets the necessary conditions.