How To Fix 56818 - Posting runs with 'Simulate' flag can not be posted


56818 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

  • Message number: 818

  • Message text: Posting runs with 'Simulate' flag can not be posted

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  • What causes this issue?

    You tried to post a simulated posting run.

    System Response

    Simulated posting runs can not be posted because the status of the
    relevant trips is not changed when the posting run is created.

    How to fix this error?

    Create a new posting run. Leave the 'Posting run as simulation' field
    empty.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56818 - Posting runs with 'Simulate' flag can not be posted ?
    The SAP error message 56818, which states "Posting runs with 'Simulate' flag cannot be posted," typically occurs when you attempt to execute a posting run that has been set to simulate mode. This mode is used for testing purposes, allowing users to see what would happen during a posting run without actually making any changes to the database.
    
    Cause: The primary cause of this error is that the posting run is configured to run in "Simulate" mode. In this mode, the system will not execute any actual postings; it will only simulate the results. If you try to post the results of a simulated run, the system will generate this error message.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you are not trying to post a simulated run. Here are the steps you can take: Check the Posting Run Configuration: Go to the transaction where you initiated the posting run (e.g., transaction code

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