How To Fix CRM_EXTBTIL011 - Document is not a valid predecessor document

CRM_EXTBTIL011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_EXTBTIL - General Message Class for Interaction Layer

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Document is not a valid predecessor document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_EXTBTIL011 - Document is not a valid predecessor document ?

  The SAP error message CRM_EXTBTIL011: Document is not a valid predecessor document typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when there is an issue with the document flow or the relationship between documents in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a follow-up document (like a sales order or service order) from a predecessor document (like a quotation or service request) that is not in a valid state or does not exist.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Document Status: The predecessor document may be in a status that does not allow for follow-up documents to be created. For example, if the predecessor document is not yet approved or is in a canceled state.
  Document Type Issues: The document type of the predecessor may not be compatible with the type of document you are trying to create.
  Missing Document: The predecessor document may not exist in