How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPFA020 - Error: Positions at this level are in the approval process

/ISDFPS/FDPFA020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPFA -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Error: Positions at this level are in the approval process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPFA020 - Error: Positions at this level are in the approval process ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPFA020 Error: Positions at this level are in the approval process typically occurs in the context of the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module or similar applications where position management and approval workflows are involved. This error indicates that there are positions that are currently undergoing an approval process, and as a result, certain actions cannot be completed until those approvals are finalized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Pending Approvals: The primary cause of this error is that there are positions at the specified level that are still awaiting approval. This could be due to a workflow that has not been completed or is stuck.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be issues with the workflow configuration that prevent the approval process from being completed.
  User Permissions: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary permissions to override or bypass the approval process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the status of the positions