How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_STL_LOGIC218 - Intercompany purchase document &1 not approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_STL_LOGIC -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Intercompany purchase document &1 not approved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_STL_LOGIC218 - Intercompany purchase document &1 not approved ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_STL_LOGIC218 indicates that an intercompany purchase document has not been approved. This error typically arises in scenarios involving intercompany transactions where certain approval workflows or conditions must be met before the document can be processed further.
  Cause:
  
  Approval Workflow Not Completed: The intercompany purchase document may require approval from designated personnel, and if it hasn't been approved, the system will generate this error.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the system related to intercompany transactions or approval processes.
  Document Status: The document might be in a status that does not allow further processing until it is approved.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to process the document may not have the necessary authorizations to approve or process intercompany transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the approval status of the intercompany purchase document. If it is pending approval, follow up with the responsible approver to ensure it is reviewed and approved.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the approval workflow for intercompany transactions is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the workflow settings in the SAP system.
  Document Review: Review the document for any errors or missing information that may prevent approval. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to approve or process intercompany documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the approval process for intercompany transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review the document.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction code SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and check the status of the approval process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.