How To Fix WZRE_IV242 - Doc. &1 was not transferred to accounting (to be released at activation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_IV - Clearing Workbench

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Doc. &1 was not transferred to accounting (to be released at activation)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_IV242 - Doc. &1 was not transferred to accounting (to be released at activation) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WZRE_IV242: Doc. &1 was not transferred to accounting (to be released at activation)
  
  Cause:
  This message typically occurs in the context of invoice verification (MIRO) or logistics invoice verification processes. It indicates that the document (usually an invoice or credit memo) has been created in the logistics module but has not yet been posted to Financial Accounting (FI). The document is in a status where it is "to be released at activation", meaning it is waiting for a certain condition or event (activation) before it can be transferred to accounting.
  Common causes include:
  
  The document is parked or saved but not yet posted.
  The document is blocked or held for release due to workflow or approval processes.
  The system is configured to delay the transfer of certain documents to FI until a specific activation step.
  There might be a problem with the integration between Materials Management (MM) and FI.
  The document is in a status that requires manual release or activation before posting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Use transaction MB03 (Display Material Document) or MIRO to check the status of the document.
  Verify if the document is parked, blocked, or waiting for release.
  
  
  
  Release or Post the Document:
  
  If the document is parked, use transaction MRBR (Release Blocked Invoices) or MIR4 (Display Invoice Document) to release or post the document.
  If the document is blocked for payment or approval, follow the workflow or approval process to release it.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow or Release Strategy:
  
  If your system uses a release strategy for invoice verification, ensure that all required approvals are completed.
  Check the release status in the invoice document.
  
  
  
  Verify Integration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration in SPRO under Materials Management ? Logistics Invoice Verification ? Incoming Invoice ? Configure Invoice Document ? Define Posting to Accounting.
  Ensure that the posting to FI is correctly configured and that no custom logic is delaying the posting.
  
  
  
  Re-activate or Re-post the Document:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating or reposting the document can trigger the transfer to accounting.
  Use transaction MIR4 to display the document and then post it if it is not yet posted.
  
  
  
  Check for System or Batch Jobs:
  
  Some systems use batch jobs or background jobs to post documents to FI.
  Verify if such jobs are running correctly and have not failed.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MIRO – Enter Incoming Invoice
  MIR4 – Display Invoice Document
  MRBR – Release Blocked Invoices
  MB03 – Display Material Document
  FB03 – Display Financial Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to invoice posting and document transfer issues.
  Sometimes, OSS notes provide patches or corrections for known issues.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to post or release documents.
  
  
  
  Custom Enhancements:
  
  If your system has custom user exits or BAdIs in invoice verification, verify that they are not causing the delay or blocking the posting.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The message WZRE_IV242 means the document was created but not yet posted to accounting because it is waiting for activation or release. The solution involves checking the document status, releasing or posting the document, verifying workflow or release strategies, and ensuring proper system configuration and batch job execution.
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider involving your SAP FI/MM consultant or opening a support ticket with SAP for further analysis.