How To Fix WS184 - Reversal document &1 saved for document &2 (accounting doc. not created)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Reversal document &1 saved for document &2 (accounting doc. not created)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS184 - Reversal document &1 saved for document &2 (accounting doc. not created) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS184 - Reversal document &1 saved for document &2 (accounting doc. not created)
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  
  This message occurs during the reversal of a document in SAP.
  The system has created a reversal document number &1 for the original document &2.
  However, no accounting document was created during this reversal process.
  This typically happens when the reversal is done for a document type or transaction that does not generate accounting entries, such as certain logistics documents or non-financial postings.
  Another cause could be that the reversal was done in a scenario where the accounting document is not required or not applicable.
  It can also occur if the reversal is done in a test mode or simulation, or if the document is already reversed or locked.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During reversal of documents in transactions like:
  
  Material documents (MBST)
  Delivery documents
  Goods movements
  Other non-accounting relevant documents
  
  
  When the system processes the reversal but no FI document is created.
  
  
  Solution / How to handle:
  
  
  Check the document type and transaction:
  
  Verify if the original document &2 is supposed to generate an accounting document.
  If it is a logistics document or a document that does not create accounting entries, this message is informational and expected.
  
  
  
  Check document status:
  
  Ensure the original document is not already reversed or locked.
  If already reversed, no new accounting document will be created.
  
  
  
  Review reversal settings:
  
  Check the reversal transaction and parameters.
  If you intended to create an accounting document, verify the configuration and master data.
  
  
  
  Check for simulation mode:
  
  If the reversal was done in test mode, no accounting document will be created.
  
  
  
  If accounting document is expected but not created:
  
  Investigate system logs and error messages.
  Check for authorization issues or system errors.
  Review customizing for document types and reversal procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WS184 for your specific module and scenario.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is often informational rather than an error.
  It indicates that the reversal document exists but no FI document was generated.
  In many logistics reversals, this is normal behavior.
  If you want to confirm the reversal, check the reversal document number &1 in the relevant module.
  For FI documents, use transaction FB03 to verify if the accounting document exists.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  WS184 - Reversal document &1 saved for document &2 (accounting doc. not created)
  
  
  Cause
  Reversal done for a document that does not create accounting entries or no FI doc created
  
  
  Effect
  Reversal document created, but no accounting document generated
  
  
  Solution
  Verify document type, reversal settings, and whether accounting doc is expected
  
  
  Notes
  Often informational; check if reversal is successful in logistics or other modules
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the transaction or document type you are reversing, I can help you with more specific guidance.