How To Fix BOE_MESSAGE115 - Posting status of selected objects must be 'initial'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOE_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Posting status of selected objects must be 'initial'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE115 - Posting status of selected objects must be 'initial' ?

  The SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE115 indicates that the posting status of the selected objects must be 'initial' for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of Business Objects or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when you are attempting to post or process data that has already been modified or processed in some way.
  Cause:
  
  Non-initial Posting Status: The objects you are trying to work with have a posting status that is not 'initial'. This means that they have already been processed or posted in a previous operation.
  Data Integrity Issues: The system may be enforcing data integrity rules that prevent further processing of objects that have already been posted.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have selected objects that are not eligible for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Status: Review the posting status of the selected objects. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP and checking the status of the objects.
  Reset Posting Status: If appropriate, you may need to reset the posting status of the objects to 'initial'. This can often be done through a specific transaction or function in SAP, depending on the context.
  Select Correct Objects: Ensure that you are selecting the correct objects that are eligible for the operation. If you are unsure, consult with your SAP administrator or refer to the documentation for the specific transaction you are using.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for posting statuses.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you check or modify posting statuses (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the operations you are attempting, as restrictions may also lead to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.