How To Fix CRM_CT_CHANGE185 - Item &1: Change proc. cannot be exec.: Waiting for last prebilling

CRM_CT_CHANGE185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CT_CHANGE - Messages for UBB Change Processes

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Item &1: Change proc. cannot be exec.: Waiting for last prebilling

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CT_CHANGE185 - Item &1: Change proc. cannot be exec.: Waiting for last prebilling ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CT_CHANGE185 indicates that a change process cannot be executed for a specific item because the system is waiting for the last prebilling process to complete. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when there are pending billing processes that need to be finalized before any changes can be made to the item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Pending Prebilling Process: The most common cause of this error is that there is an ongoing or incomplete prebilling process for the item in question. The system requires that all prebilling activities be completed before allowing any changes to the item.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent changes to data that is currently being processed. If a prebilling job is still running or has not been finalized, it will lock the item, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the CRM system