How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG663 - You cannot edit the request(&1) since the status is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_CLMS_MSG - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 663

• Message text: You cannot edit the request(&1) since the status is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG663 - You cannot edit the request(&1) since the status is &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG663 typically indicates that you are trying to edit a request in the system that is in a status that does not allow for editing. The message format suggests that the request ID is represented by &1 and the status is represented by &2. 
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the request you are trying to edit has reached a status that is not editable. Common statuses that might lead to this error include:
  
  Completed: The request has been finalized and cannot be changed.
  Approved: The request has been approved and is locked for further modifications.
  Rejected: The request has been rejected, and depending on the configuration, it may not be editable.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the status of the request. If it is in a completed or approved state, you will not be able to edit it directly.
  
  
  Reopen the Request: If you