How To Fix FWTR018 - Processing only possible for transactions in contract/settlement status

FWTR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTR - Securities Transaction Management

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Processing only possible for transactions in contract/settlement status

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FWTR018 - Details

• The SAP error message FWTR018 indicates that a processing action is being attempted on a transaction that is not in the correct status. Specifically, this error occurs when you try to process a transaction that is not in either the "contract" or "settlement" status. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of financial transactions, contract management, or settlement processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Status: The transaction you are trying to process is in a status that does not allow for the action you are attempting. For example, it may be in a "draft" or "canceled" status.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been an error in data entry that caused the transaction to be saved in an incorrect status.
  Workflow Issues: If the transaction is part of a workflow, it may not have been properly completed or approved, leading to an incorrect status.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the