How To Fix CMS_CAG118 - Enter a collateral agreement ID; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Enter a collateral agreement ID; see long text

What causes this issue?

You must enter a collateral agreement identification of your choice.
This is because an external number range assignment type is maintained
in the number range Customizing for the collateral agreement type.
Further, the identification that you enter, must be within the range of
the number range interval of the collateral agreement type.
However, if the number range assignment type is <ZK>External Number or
Free Text Entry, </>then no checks are performed on the identification
numbers.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG118 - Enter a collateral agreement ID; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG118, which states "Enter a collateral agreement ID; see long text," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Collateral Management module. This error indicates that the system requires a collateral agreement ID to proceed with the transaction or process you are attempting to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a collateral agreement ID in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen or function that requires a collateral agreement ID without having selected or created one.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding where to input the collateral agreement ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Collateral Agreement ID: Ensure that you enter a valid collateral agreement ID in the designated field. If you do not have one, you may need to create a new collateral agreement.
  Check for Existing Agreements: If you believe you should have a collateral agreement ID, check the database or relevant transaction codes to see if any agreements exist.
  Review Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for additional information. This may provide specific guidance on what is required or how to resolve the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to Collateral Management for detailed instructions on how to create or manage collateral agreements.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and manage collateral agreements in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing collateral agreements, such as CMSCAG (Collateral Agreement Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If you are new to SAP Collateral Management, consider seeking training or support from your organization's SAP team or consulting with SAP support.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.