How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES161 - Application has already been approved - only display function possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Application has already been approved - only display function possible

What causes this issue?

The application you have selected has already been approved. The system
has already created a contract or a contract offer.

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?

The application can no longer be changed. Branch to the display
function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES161 - Application has already been approved - only display function possible ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES161 indicates that the application you are trying to process has already been approved, and therefore, you can only view the details of the application rather than make any changes or further approvals. This is a common scenario in workflows where certain actions are restricted once a document or application reaches a specific status.
  
  Cause:
  
  Application Status: The primary cause of this error is that the application has already been processed and approved in the system. Once an application reaches the approved status, it is typically locked for further modifications to maintain data integrity and compliance.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow settings may be configured to prevent any changes after approval to ensure that the approved data remains unchanged.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  View Only: If you encounter this message, you can only view the details of the application. Check the status and any relevant information that you need.
  Reopen for Changes: If you need to