How To Fix EHFND_INT_COMN033 - Approval to sell item &3 is in progress.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHFND_INT_COMN - Common Integration Messages

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Approval to sell item &3 is in progress.

What causes this issue?

Material &v1& is found in item &v3&. A market request for selling
material &V1& in &V2& is in process. The compliance-responsible person
evaluates if the material fulfills the relevant compliance regulations.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For more information about the request, contact your product stewardship
specialist or open the <LS>Product Compliance Information </>app.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHFND_INT_COMN033 - Approval to sell item &3 is in progress. ?

  The SAP error message EHFND_INT_COMN033, which states "Approval to sell item &3 is in progress," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an ongoing approval process for a specific item that is being sold. This message indicates that the item in question cannot be sold or processed further until the approval process is completed.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Approval: The item is currently under review or awaiting approval from a designated authority or workflow process within the SAP system.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow for item approval may be configured to require multiple levels of authorization, and the current status is still pending.
  System Settings: There may be specific settings in the SAP system that enforce approval processes for certain items or categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the status of the approval process for the item. This can usually be done through the relevant transaction codes or reports in SAP that track approval workflows.
  Contact Approver: If you have access, contact the person or team responsible for approving the item to expedite the process.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you have administrative access, review the workflow configuration to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that there are no bottlenecks in the approval process.
  Wait for Approval: If the approval is genuinely in progress, you may need to wait until it is completed before proceeding with the sale of the item.
  Check for Errors: Ensure that there are no errors in the approval workflow that might be causing delays.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to workflow management, such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_DIAG (Work Item Diagnosis), to monitor and manage approval processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up for those involved in the approval process.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding the approval process for selling items, as there may be specific procedures to follow.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.