How To Fix WS133 - Documents with status &1 cannot be cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Documents with status &1 cannot be cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS133 - Documents with status &1 cannot be cancelled ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS133: "Documents with status &1 cannot be cancelled":
  
  Error Message
  WS133: Documents with status &1 cannot be cancelled
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you attempt to cancel or reverse a document in SAP that is in a status which does not allow cancellation. The status (&1) is a placeholder for the actual status of the document, such as "Parked", "Posted", "Cleared", "Reversed", or any other status that restricts cancellation.
  Common reasons include:
  
  The document is already cleared or settled.
  The document is in a status that logically prevents cancellation (e.g., it has been archived or locked).
  The document is part of a workflow or process that restricts cancellation.
  The document is a special type (e.g., a payment document) that requires a different procedure for reversal.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N (Line Item Display) to check the current status of the document.
  Identify the exact status that is preventing cancellation.
  
  
  
  Understand Status Restrictions:
  
  Refer to the document type and status definitions in your SAP system to understand why cancellation is restricted.
  For example, if the document is cleared, you may need to first reverse the clearing before cancelling the document.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Reversal Transaction:
  
  Instead of direct cancellation, use the correct reversal transaction such as:
  
  FB08 (Reverse Document)
  F.80 (Reverse Clearing Document)
  MR8M (Cancel Invoice Document)
  
  
  These transactions handle the reversal process according to SAP rules and update statuses accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check for Workflow or Locking Issues:
  
  If the document is locked by a workflow or another user/process, ensure it is released or unlocked before attempting cancellation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Support:
  
  If the status is unusual or the document type is custom, check SAP Notes or contact SAP support for guidance.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03 – Display Document
  FB08 – Reverse Document
  FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N – Line Item Display
  MR8M – Cancel Invoice Document
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  Refer to SAP Help Portal for document status and reversal procedures.
  Check configuration in IMG under Financial Accounting ? Document ? Document Header ? Define Document Types and Statuses.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes SAP releases notes related to specific document types and cancellation restrictions. Search SAP ONE Support Launchpad with the error message or document type.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  The error WS133 indicates that the document you are trying to cancel is in a status that does not permit cancellation. You need to verify the document status, understand the restrictions, and use the appropriate reversal or cancellation transaction. If necessary, consult SAP documentation or support for specific cases.
  
  If you provide the exact status code (&1) or document type, I can help with more precise guidance.