How To Fix WS579 - Document &1 cannot be reversed; balance of &3 in reversal document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Document &1 cannot be reversed; balance of &3 in reversal document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS579 - Document &1 cannot be reversed; balance of &3 in reversal document &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS579 Document &1 cannot be reversed; balance of &3 in reversal document &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to reverse a document in SAP, but the system detects that the reversal document (&2) already has a balance (&3) that prevents the original document (&1) from being reversed properly.
  In other words, the original document you want to reverse has already been partially or fully reversed, or the reversal document has some posted amounts that conflict with the reversal process. This situation typically arises in financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules when document integrity and balance checks fail during reversal.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  The document has already been reversed or partially reversed.
  The reversal document (&2) exists and has a balance (&3) that conflicts with the reversal.
  The document is linked to other documents or transactions that prevent reversal.
  The document is locked or has been changed in a way that reversal is not possible.
  Custom validations or user exits that prevent reversal under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check if the document has already been reversed:
  
  Use transaction FB03 to display the original document (&1).
  Check if a reversal document (&2) exists.
  If yes, verify the status and amounts.
  
  
  
  Verify the reversal document balance:
  
  Display the reversal document (&2) and check the balance (&3).
  If the reversal document has posted amounts, it may prevent further reversal.
  
  
  
  Check document status and locks:
  
  Ensure the document is not locked or blocked.
  Check for any user exits or custom logic that might prevent reversal.
  
  
  
  Use the correct reversal transaction:
  
  Use FB08 (for FI documents) or the appropriate reversal transaction.
  Ensure you enter the correct reversal reason and parameters.
  
  
  
  If partial reversal is needed:
  
  Consider partial reversal options if supported.
  Otherwise, consult with finance or controlling team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes / Support:
  
  Search SAP OSS Notes for WS579 or related messages.
  If the problem persists, raise a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  The placeholders in the message:
  
  &1 = Original document number
  &2 = Reversal document number
  &3 = Balance amount in reversal document
  
  
  
  This message is part of the document reversal validation logic to ensure data consistency.
  
  
  Always ensure that reversal is done in compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or module context (e.g., FI document reversal, CO document reversal), I can give more tailored advice.