How To Fix FILAE165 - Only processes with "error" status and mode 0 or 5 allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILAE - Messages for Lease Accounting Engine

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Only processes with "error" status and mode 0 or 5 allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILAE165 - Only processes with "error" status and mode 0 or 5 allowed ?

  The SAP error message FILAE165 indicates that a certain process is being attempted on a document or item that is not in a valid state for the operation you are trying to perform. Specifically, this error message states that only processes with an "error" status and mode 0 or 5 are allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Status: The document or item you are trying to process is not in an "error" status. This means that the document is likely in a status that does not permit the operation you are attempting.
  Incorrect Mode: The operation you are trying to perform is only allowed for documents in specific modes (0 or 5). If the document is in a different mode, the operation will not be permitted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to process. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to check the status of the document.
  
  If the document is not in an "error" status, you may need to correct the issue that caused it to be in its current status or change the status to "error" if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Check Document Mode: Ensure that the document is in mode 0 or 5. If it is in a different mode, you may need to change the mode of the document or choose a different document that is in the correct mode.
  
  You can typically find the mode in the document details or by using transaction codes related to document management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling document statuses and modes. This can provide insights into how to properly manage document states.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you view and manage document statuses, such as FB03 (Display Document) or other related transaction codes depending on your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the operation you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to errors if the user does not have the appropriate access rights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FILAE165 error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.