How To Fix BOE_MESSAGE116 - Posting status of selected objects must be 'registered'

BOE_MESSAGE116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOE_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 116

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE116 - Posting status of selected objects must be 'registered' ?

  The SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE116 indicates that the posting status of the selected objects must be 'registered' in order to proceed with the operation you are attempting. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or related systems where certain actions require that the objects (like reports, documents, or data sources) have a specific status.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Status: The objects you are trying to work with do not have the required posting status of 'registered'. This could mean they are in a different state, such as 'unregistered', 'draft', or 'inactive'.
  Workflow Issues: The objects may not have completed the necessary workflow steps to be marked as 'registered'.
  Permissions: There may be permission issues preventing the objects from being registered or recognized as such.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the posting status of the objects you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant section in the SAP BusinessObjects