How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO238 - You cannot change document types and close at the same time

/ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO238 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO -

• Message number: 238

• Message text: You cannot change document types and close at the same time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO238 - You cannot change document types and close at the same time ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAMPO238 indicates that there is an attempt to change document types while also trying to close a document in the system. This error typically arises in the context of document management or financial processes where certain actions are not allowed to be performed simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system does not permit the modification of document types while a document is in the process of being closed. This is likely due to the integrity and consistency requirements of the data within the SAP system. Changing document types can affect how the document is processed, and closing it simultaneously could lead to conflicts or data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Separate Actions: Ensure that you are not trying to change the document type and close the document at the same time. Perform these actions in separate steps:
  
  First, change the