How To Fix CMS_RE097 - Cannot start liquidation; active change request exists

CMS_RE097 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Cannot start liquidation; active change request exists

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CMS_RE097 - Details

• The SAP error message CMS_RE097 ("Cannot start liquidation; active change request exists") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Management or SAP Real Estate Management modules. This error indicates that there is an active change request that is preventing the liquidation process from being initiated.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there is an ongoing change request related to the contract or object you are trying to liquidate. The system does not allow liquidation to proceed while there are pending changes that need to be processed first. This is a safeguard to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Change Requests:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you can view change requests (e.g., transaction code CMS1 for change requests).
  Look for any active change requests associated with the contract or object you are trying to liquidate.
  
  
  
  Process or Complete the