How To Fix 5U723 - End date calculation only possible if status is 'Pending'

5U723 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 723

• Message text: End date calculation only possible if status is 'Pending'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U723 - End date calculation only possible if status is 'Pending' ?

  The SAP error message 5U723 indicates that an end date calculation for a specific process or transaction can only be performed if the status of that process is set to 'Pending'. This error typically arises in scenarios where a date calculation is attempted on a record that is not in the correct status to allow such an operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The primary cause of this error is that the status of the document or transaction you are trying to process is not 'Pending'. This could mean that the document is either completed, canceled, or in another status that does not permit end date calculations.
  Business Logic: The business logic defined in the SAP system may require that certain operations can only be performed when the status is 'Pending' to ensure data integrity and proper workflow.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the current status of the document or transaction you are working with. You can do