64237 - Purchases have to be reversed via the order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Purchases have to be reversed via the order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64237 - Purchases have to be reversed via the order ?

  The SAP error message 64237, which states "Purchases have to be reversed via the order," typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a purchase document (like a goods receipt or invoice) without following the proper procedure. This error indicates that the system requires you to reverse the transaction through the original purchase order (PO) or related document.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Reversal Method: The reversal is being attempted directly on the document (like a goods receipt) instead of through the purchase order.
  Document Flow: The system expects that any changes or reversals to purchasing documents should maintain the integrity of the document flow, which is why it enforces this rule.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific settings in the SAP configuration that enforce this behavior for certain types of documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Original Purchase Order: Locate the original purchase order related to the document you are trying to reverse.
  
  
  Reverse via Purchase Order:
  
  If you are reversing a goods receipt, navigate to the purchase order and use the appropriate transaction (e.g., MIGO) to reverse the goods receipt.
  If you are reversing an invoice, you may need to use transaction codes like MIRO or MR8M to reverse the invoice against the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Check Document Flow: Ensure that the document flow is intact and that you are following the correct sequence of transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for reversing purchasing documents to ensure compliance with any specific procedures.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to purchasing and document reversal.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchasing and document reversal include:
  
  MIGO (Goods Movement)
  MIRO (Invoice Verification)
  MR8M (Cancel Invoice Document)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform reversals on purchasing documents.
  
  
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about the process, consider seeking training or support from your SAP team or a knowledgeable colleague.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully reverse the purchase transaction as required.