How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION244 - Cannot start selected phase as it is in status '&1'

LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION244 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION - Message Class for LCM Legal Transaction

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Cannot start selected phase as it is in status '&1'

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LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION244 - Details

• The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION244 indicates that a specific phase in a legal transaction cannot be started because it is currently in a status that does not allow for the transition to the next phase. The placeholder &1 in the message will typically be replaced with the actual status that is preventing the transition.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Status: The phase you are trying to start is in a status that does not permit the action you are attempting. For example, it might be in a "Completed" or "Cancelled" status.
  Missing Prerequisites: There may be prerequisites that have not been fulfilled, such as required documents or approvals that need to be in place before moving to the next phase.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain statuses are not allowed to transition to the next phase.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you