How To Fix /IBX/BL_IMPORT160 - Contract &1 is in a release process that has not been completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBX/BL_IMPORT -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Contract &1 is in a release process that has not been completed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBX/BL_IMPORT160 - Contract &1 is in a release process that has not been completed ?

  The SAP error message /IBX/BL_IMPORT160 Contract &1 is in a release process that has not been completed typically indicates that the contract you are trying to work with is currently undergoing a release process that has not been finalized. This can happen in scenarios where a contract is being approved or released through a workflow, and the process has not been completed for some reason.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Release Process: The contract is in a state where it is awaiting approval or has been submitted for release but has not yet been fully processed.
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow that is responsible for the release of the contract, such as missing approvals or system errors.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to access or modify the contract may not have the necessary permissions to complete the release process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Status: Verify the status of the contract in the release process. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., ME33K for contracts) and checking the release status.
  Complete the Release Process: If you have the necessary permissions, complete the release process by approving or finalizing the contract. This may involve going through the workflow steps or approvals.
  Contact Workflow Administrator: If you are unable to complete the release process, contact your SAP workflow administrator or support team to investigate any issues with the workflow or to manually complete the release if necessary.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to access and modify the contract. If not, request the necessary access from your system administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to monitor and manage workflow items related to the contract.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve underlying issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.