How To Fix EDOCUMENT_CL018 - Document is approved with status &1: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_CL - EDOCUMENT_CL

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Document is approved with status &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_CL018 - Document is approved with status &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_CL018 indicates that a document has been approved but is in a status that does not allow further processing. The message typically includes two parameters: the status code (&1) and a description of the status (&2). 
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  The document has already been approved, and any further actions (like editing, deleting, or re-approving) are restricted based on the current status.
  The document might be in a final state where no further changes are allowed.
  There may be a workflow or business process that has locked the document after approval.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. You can do this by navigating to the document in the relevant SAP module and checking its current status.
  Understand Approval Workflow: If the document is part of a workflow, understand the workflow rules and see if any further actions are permissible based on the current status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of the document's status.
  Contact Support: If you believe the document should be editable or if you need to change its status, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance. They may have the necessary permissions to change the document status or provide guidance on how to proceed.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to document approval processes to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the document or approval process (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to perform actions on the document in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the implications of the document's approval status.