How To Fix WS892 - Item cancellation is not allowed for settlement document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 892

• Message text: Item cancellation is not allowed for settlement document type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS892 - Item cancellation is not allowed for settlement document type & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS892 - Item cancellation is not allowed for settlement document type &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to cancel (reverse) an item in a settlement document, but the system does not allow cancellation for the specific settlement document type involved.
  
  Settlement documents in SAP are created during the settlement process (e.g., cost center settlement, internal order settlement).
  Certain settlement document types are configured in the system to not allow item cancellation once posted.
  Attempting to cancel an item in such a document triggers this error.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  The placeholder "&" in the message will be replaced by the actual settlement document type (e.g., SA, SD, etc.).
  The system checks the configuration of the settlement document type in transaction OKO7 (or relevant IMG path).
  If the document type is set to disallow item cancellation, the system prevents reversal of individual line items.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Settlement Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction OKO7 (or navigate via IMG: Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Document Types).
  Find the settlement document type mentioned in the error message.
  Review the settings related to item cancellation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings if Appropriate:
  
  If business process allows, enable item cancellation for this settlement document type.
  This might involve changing the indicator that controls whether item cancellation is allowed.
  
  
  
  Alternative Approach:
  
  If changing the document type settings is not possible or not recommended, consider:
  
  Canceling the entire settlement document instead of individual items.
  Creating a reversing settlement document if supported.
  Consult with controlling and finance teams to determine the correct approach.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Authorization and Process:
  
  Ensure the user has the correct authorization to perform cancellations.
  Verify that the cancellation is being done in the correct manner (e.g., using the correct transaction).
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKO7 – Maintain Settlement Document Types
  KO88 – Actual Settlement
  KORE – Order Line Items
  FB08 – Cancel Document (for FI documents)
  
  
  
  IMG Path:
  
  Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Settle Internal Orders ? Define Settlement Document Types
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Settlement documents are special documents generated during settlement processes.
  Cancellation rules are often stricter to maintain data integrity in controlling.
  Always coordinate with controlling and finance before changing document type settings.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to cancel an item in a settlement document type that does not allow cancellation.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and modify settlement document type settings in OKO7 if allowed; otherwise cancel whole document or create reversal.
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  OKO7, KO88, FB08
  
  
  Notes
  Cancellation restrictions are in place to ensure controlling data integrity.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact settlement document type (the "&" value), I can help you with more specific guidance.