How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP137 - Clearing agreement specified as the copy is not "released"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Clearing agreement specified as the copy is not "released"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP137 - Clearing agreement specified as the copy is not "released" ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP137 indicates that a clearing agreement specified as the copy is not "released." This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or processes involving clearing agreements in SAP, particularly in the area of accounts receivable or accounts payable.
  Cause:
  
  Unreleased Clearing Agreement: The primary cause of this error is that the clearing agreement you are trying to use as a reference or copy has not been released. In SAP, a clearing agreement must be in a "released" status to be used in transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the clearing agreement from being released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the clearing agreement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Clearing Agreement:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can view the clearing agreements (e.g., transaction code FBL1N for vendor line items or FBL5N for customer line items).
  Verify the status of the clearing agreement in question. If it is not released, you will need to release it.
  
  
  
  Release the Clearing Agreement:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can release the clearing agreement. This typically involves going to the transaction where the clearing agreement is maintained and changing its status to "released."
  If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing clearing agreements in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the clearing agreement should be released but is not, review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the specific settings related to clearing agreements.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to access and use the clearing agreement. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N, FBL5N, or FB03 (to display documents) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to clearing agreements and their management to understand the process better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.