How To Fix E_ACTION132 - Fill the field 'Reject Reason' in the 'Approval' area.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E_ACTION - E-Actions

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Fill the field 'Reject Reason' in the 'Approval' area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E_ACTION132 - Fill the field 'Reject Reason' in the 'Approval' area. ?

  The SAP error message E_ACTION132, which states "Fill the field 'Reject Reason' in the 'Approval' area," typically occurs in the context of workflows or approval processes within SAP. This error indicates that a user is attempting to reject a document or request without providing a reason for the rejection, which is a required field in the approval workflow.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Information: The user has not filled in the 'Reject Reason' field when trying to reject an approval request.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require a rejection reason for all approval processes.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked the 'Reject Reason' field or may not have understood that it was mandatory.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Required Field: When you receive this error, go back to the approval screen and locate the 'Reject Reason' field. Enter a valid reason for the rejection.
  Check Workflow Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the workflow settings require a rejection reason. If necessary, adjust the settings to make it optional (if appropriate for your business process).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the approval process and understand the importance of providing a rejection reason when rejecting requests.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to your version of SAP for detailed information on approval workflows and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used in the approval process, such as SWIA (Work Item Administration) or SWI1 (Work Item Selection).
  Support: If the issue persists or if you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the missing information in the 'Reject Reason' field, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the approval process.