How To Fix FCLM_BAM_MAINT173 - Cannot change approver of account &1; account is inactive or closed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_BAM_MAINT -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Cannot change approver of account &1; account is inactive or closed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT173 - Cannot change approver of account &1; account is inactive or closed. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_BAM_MAINT173 indicates that you are trying to change the approver of an account that is either inactive or closed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Financial Closing cockpit or SAP Financial Compliance solutions, where account management and approval workflows are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Account: The account you are trying to modify is marked as inactive in the system. This means that it cannot be modified or have its approver changed.
  Closed Account: The account has been closed, which also prevents any changes to its settings, including the approver.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Verify the status of the account in question. You can do this by navigating to the account management section in SAP and checking if the account is indeed marked as inactive or closed.
  
  
  
  Reopen or Reactivate the Account:
  
  If the account is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This typically involves changing the account status back to active. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  If the account is closed, you may need to follow your organization's procedures for reopening or reactivating closed accounts. This may involve approval from higher management or compliance teams.
  
  
  
  Change Approver:
  
  Once the account is active, you should be able to change the approver without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the procedures for reactivating or reopening accounts, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change account statuses and approvers.
  Audit Trails: Be aware that changing account statuses and approvers may be subject to audit trails and compliance checks, so ensure that all changes are documented properly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully change the approver for the account in question.