How To Fix FMBWB078 - Enter a document state

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBWB - Budgeting Workbench

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Enter a document state

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBWB078 - Enter a document state ?

  The SAP error message FMBWB078 typically indicates that a document state must be entered in the context of a financial document or transaction. This error often arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with documents that require a specific status or state to proceed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Document State: The document you are trying to process does not have a defined state, which is required for the transaction to proceed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not properly set up, leading to the requirement for a document state not being fulfilled.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary document state in the transaction screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMBWB078 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document State: Ensure that you are entering a valid document state. This may involve reviewing the documentation