How To Fix ICL_NEG053 - You cannot reopen negotiation &1; it has not yet been closed

ICL_NEG053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_NEG - FS-CM: Negotiation

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You cannot reopen negotiation &1; it has not yet been closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_NEG053 - You cannot reopen negotiation &1; it has not yet been closed ?

  The SAP error message ICL_NEG053 indicates that you are trying to reopen a negotiation that has not been closed yet. This error typically occurs in the context of contract negotiations or procurement processes within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the negotiation you are attempting to reopen is still in an active state and has not been finalized or closed. In SAP, negotiations must be explicitly closed before they can be reopened for further actions or modifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Negotiation:
  
  Navigate to the negotiation document in question and check its current status. Ensure that it is indeed still open or active.
  
  
  
  Close the Negotiation:
  
  If the negotiation is still open and you want to finalize it, you need to close it properly. Look for an option to close or finalize the negotiation in the SAP interface.
  
  
  
  Reopen if Necessary:
  
  Once the