How To Fix CRM_LEASING_CANCEL018 - Item &1 from doc. &2 cannot be canceled together with its successors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEASING_CANCEL - Leasing: Cancellation

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Item &1 from doc. &2 cannot be canceled together with its successors

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& from document &V2& has an active follow-on item.
It is not possible to cancel both items in a single step.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The system outputs an error message.

How to fix this error?

The system first displays the follow-on item for cancellation.
Cancel the that item and save. When you then start the cancellation
process again, the item that previously triggered an error
message is now displayed for cancellation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CANCEL018 - Item &1 from doc. &2 cannot be canceled together with its successors ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEASING_CANCEL018 indicates that there is an issue with canceling a leasing item in the SAP CRM system. Specifically, the message states that the item (identified by &1) from the document (identified by &2) cannot be canceled together with its successors. This typically occurs in scenarios where there are dependent or successor items that are linked to the item you are trying to cancel.
  Cause:
  
  Successor Items: The item you are trying to cancel has successor items that are dependent on it. In leasing scenarios, items may have a hierarchy or sequence, and canceling a parent item while successors exist can lead to inconsistencies.
  Document Status: The document status may not allow for cancellation. For example, if the document is already in a finalized state or has been processed in a way that prevents further changes.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or configurations in place that prevent the cancellation of certain items when successors exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Successor Items: Review the item and its successors. You may need to cancel the successor items first before you can cancel the original item.
  Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for cancellation. If it is not, you may need to change the status or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings related to leasing and cancellation processes to understand any specific rules that may apply.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CRM_LEASING or CRM_ORDER to navigate to the relevant leasing documents and check their statuses and relationships.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide insights based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to CRM leasing and cancellation processes that may provide additional insights or patches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders and CRMD_ORDERADM_H for accessing order administration.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to leasing and cancellation to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.