How To Fix AFX_POSTEDIT002 - The requested task cannot be performed yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_POSTEDIT - Messages from Postprocessing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The requested task cannot be performed yet

What causes this issue?

The system could not perform the requested task since it could not
find the related object data.

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

Object data = '&V1&'.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Complete the relevant preceding task first.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_POSTEDIT002 - The requested task cannot be performed yet ?

  The SAP error message AFX_POSTEDIT002, which states "The requested task cannot be performed yet," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to perform an action that is not allowed at the current state of the process or transaction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during document processing, workflow management, or when trying to edit or post documents.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incomplete Process Steps: The task you are trying to perform may depend on previous steps that have not been completed. For example, if a document requires approval before it can be posted, and that approval has not yet been granted, you may encounter this error.
  
  
  Status of the Document: The document or transaction may be in a status that does not allow further actions. For instance, if a document is already posted or locked for editing, you may not be able to perform additional tasks.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: