How To Fix FTR_FORWARDS051 - Only memos and payment details of planned flows can be changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_FORWARDS - Messages for Forwards and Futures

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Only memos and payment details of planned flows can be changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_FORWARDS051 - Only memos and payment details of planned flows can be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FTR_FORWARDS051 indicates that you are trying to change certain details of a forward flow (such as a forward contract) in the SAP system, but the system only allows changes to memos and payment details for planned flows. This restriction is in place to maintain the integrity of the financial data and ensure that only specific attributes can be modified after the flow has been created.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to modify attributes of a forward flow that are not allowed to be changed after the flow has been created.
  The flow is in a status that does not permit changes to certain fields (e.g., it may be finalized or in a closed status).
  You are trying to change details that are not classified as "memos" or "payment details."
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Flow Status: Ensure that the flow you are trying to