How To Fix CMS_CAG236 - Collateral agreement cannot be released; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Collateral agreement cannot be released; see long text

What causes this issue?

The asset &V1& of type &V2& that is linked to the specified collateral
agreement is not set to status <ZK>Active</>. Therefore, the collateral
agreement cannot be released.
<ZH>Note</>: Entity objects in Collateral Management can be released
only if the status is set to <ZK>Active</>.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG236 - Collateral agreement cannot be released; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG236 indicates that a collateral agreement cannot be released due to certain conditions not being met. This error typically arises in the context of collateral management within SAP, where specific criteria must be satisfied before a collateral agreement can be processed or released.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields in the collateral agreement may not be filled out completely.
  Validation Issues: The collateral agreement may not meet certain validation rules set within the system.
  Status of the Agreement: The collateral agreement might be in a status that does not allow it to be released (e.g., it may be in a draft state).
  Dependencies on Other Agreements: There may be dependencies on other agreements or transactions that need to be resolved before the collateral agreement can be released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to release the collateral agreement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Long Text: Review the long text associated with the error message for specific details about what is preventing the release.
  Review the Agreement: Ensure that all required fields in the collateral agreement are filled out correctly and that the agreement meets all necessary criteria.
  Check Status: Verify the status of the collateral agreement. If it is in a draft or incomplete state, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  Dependencies: Investigate if there are any other agreements or transactions that need to be addressed before this agreement can be released.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform the release action. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the necessary authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on collateral management and the specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for collateral management, such as CMSCAG for collateral agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to collateral management that may address known issues or provide patches.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.