How To Fix ICLCUST236 - Coverage type &1 is an unopenable coverage, and so cannot be opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Coverage type &1 is an unopenable coverage, and so cannot be opened

What causes this issue?

Coverage type &V1& is an unopenable coverage. You cannot open
unopenable coverages as a subclaim. You can only use them to change
limits and deductibles of other coverage types.

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?

Delete the entry, and select another coverage type, or change the
unopenable coverage flag in the definition of the coverage type.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST236 - Coverage type &1 is an unopenable coverage, and so cannot be opened ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST236 indicates that the coverage type specified (denoted by &1) is an "unopenable coverage." This typically occurs in the context of insurance or financial services modules within SAP, particularly in the context of managing insurance policies or contracts.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to access or open a coverage type that is not allowed to be opened due to its status or configuration. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Coverage Status: The coverage type may be in a status that does not permit it to be opened (e.g., it may be closed, expired, or inactive).
  Configuration Settings: The coverage type may be configured in such a way that it is not intended to be opened for further processing.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or conditions that prevent the opening of certain coverage types based on the policy or contract terms.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Coverage Status: Verify the status of the coverage type in question. If it is closed or inactive, you may need to take appropriate actions to reactivate or reopen it, if applicable.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for the coverage type. Ensure that it is configured correctly and that it is intended to be openable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Insurance or SAP Financial Services) to understand the rules governing coverage types.
  
  
  Business Process Review: If the coverage type is meant to be unopenable due to business rules, ensure that users are aware of these rules and that they are following the correct processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate coverage types and their statuses (e.g., transaction codes related to policy management).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the specific coverage types and their statuses to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.