How To Fix CMS_CAG263 - Collateral agreement cannot be set to inactive; actv change request exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CAG - Message Class for Collateral Agreement

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Collateral agreement cannot be set to inactive; actv change request exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CAG263 - Collateral agreement cannot be set to inactive; actv change request exist ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CAG263 indicates that a collateral agreement cannot be set to inactive because there is an active change request associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of managing collateral agreements in the SAP system, particularly in the Financial Services sector.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to deactivate a collateral agreement that is currently linked to an active change request. In SAP, change requests are used to track modifications or updates to agreements, and if a change request is still active, the system prevents the deactivation of the agreement to maintain data integrity and ensure that all changes are properly processed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Change Requests:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that allows you to view change requests related to collateral agreements.
  Identify the active change request(s) associated with the collateral agreement you are trying to deactivate.
  
  
  
  Process the Change Request:
  
  Depending on your business process, you may need to either complete, reject, or delete the active change request.
  If the change request is still valid and needs to be processed, ensure that all necessary approvals and updates are completed.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Collateral Agreement:
  
  Once the active change request has been processed (either completed or closed), you can attempt to set the collateral agreement to inactive again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to handle the change request or if you encounter further issues, consult your internal documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CMSCAG (Collateral Agreement) or CMSCAGC (Collateral Agreement Change) to manage collateral agreements and change requests.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify change requests and collateral agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully deactivate the collateral agreement.