How To Fix AIP_ESA001 - Appropriation request &1 does not have status 'For approval'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIP_ESA -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Appropriation request &1 does not have status 'For approval'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIP_ESA001 - Appropriation request &1 does not have status 'For approval' ?

  The SAP error message AIP_ESA001 indicates that the appropriation request you are trying to process does not have the status "For approval." This typically occurs in the context of project management or investment management within SAP, where appropriation requests are used to request funding for projects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The appropriation request may be in a status that does not allow it to be processed further (e.g., "Draft," "Rejected," "Approved," etc.).
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow that prevents the request from reaching the "For approval" status.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or process requests that are not in the correct status.
  Data Entry Errors: The request may not have been properly created or saved, leading to an incorrect status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the appropriation request in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like AIPR or AIPR1) and checking the status of the request.
  Change Status: If the request is not in the "For approval" status, you may need to change its status. This could involve editing the request or resubmitting it for approval.
  Review Workflow: If the request should be in the "For approval" status but is not, check the workflow settings and ensure that the request has gone through the necessary approval steps.
  Consult with Admin: If you do not have the necessary permissions or if there are issues with the workflow, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for assistance.
  Recreate Request: If the request appears to be corrupted or improperly configured, consider recreating the appropriation request from scratch.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing appropriation requests, such as AIPR (Display Appropriation Request) and AIPR1 (Create Appropriation Request).
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create, edit, and approve appropriation requests.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals specific to your organization's implementation of SAP for detailed procedures on managing appropriation requests.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further troubleshooting.