How To Fix COBAPI007 - The authorization that has been issued (status GNE) cannot be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COBAPI - Messages for Order BAPIs

• Message number: 007

• Message text: The authorization that has been issued (status GNE) cannot be reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COBAPI007 - The authorization that has been issued (status GNE) cannot be reset ?

  The SAP error message COBAPI007 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization that has been issued, specifically that it cannot be reset due to its status being marked as "GNE" (which typically stands for "Goods Not Exchanged"). This error often arises in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Status GNE: The status "GNE" indicates that the authorization has been issued but not fully processed or completed. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The document is still in a processing state.
  There are open items or transactions that are preventing the reset.
  The authorization is linked to a closed period or fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the authorization, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user attempting to reset the authorization may not have the necessary