How To Fix G4572 - Resetting the 'Old EG blocked' flag is only possible, if process is open.

G4572 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 572

• Message text: Resetting the 'Old EG blocked' flag is only possible, if process is open.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4572 - Resetting the 'Old EG blocked' flag is only possible, if process is open. ?

  The SAP error message G4572, which states "Resetting the 'Old EG blocked' flag is only possible, if process is open," typically occurs in the context of managing processes related to the execution of certain business transactions, particularly in the area of logistics or production.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is an attempt to reset the 'Old EG blocked' flag for a process that is not currently open. The 'Old EG blocked' flag is used to indicate that a certain process or transaction is blocked due to specific conditions, and it can only be reset when the process is in an open state. If the process is closed or completed, the system does not allow changes to this flag to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Process Status: Verify the status of the process you are trying to modify. Ensure that it is indeed