How To Fix GD021 - Post-editing cannot be carried out.

GD021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Post-editing cannot be carried out.

What causes this issue?

You have tried to carry out post-editing for a transfer run.

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?

Check whether the transfer terminated before completion or ended
incorrectly. No provision is made for post-editing in these cases.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GD021 - Details

• The SAP error message GD021, which states "Post-editing cannot be carried out," typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with document changes or updates in SAP systems. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents, editing of financial entries, or when trying to modify certain data that is locked or restricted.
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The document you are trying to edit may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform post-editing on the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for post-editing (e.g., it may be completed or archived).
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict post-editing capabilities for specific document types or scenarios.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
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