Message type: E = Error
Message class: PREPAY - Enter a contract
Message number: 031
Message text: An initialization transaction already exists
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
If you want to save another initialization transaction, you must select
the reinitialization transaction.
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PREPAY031
- An initialization transaction already exists ?The SAP error message PREPAY031 ("An initialization transaction already exists") typically occurs in the context of the Prepayment functionality in SAP. This error indicates that there is already an ongoing initialization transaction for the prepayment process, which prevents the system from starting a new one.
Cause: Existing Initialization Transaction: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an active initialization transaction for the same prepayment process. This can happen if a previous transaction was not completed or was left in a pending state. Session Issues: Sometimes, if a user has multiple sessions open or if there are issues with session management, it can lead to this error. Locking Issues: The system may have locking mechanisms in place that prevent multiple initializations from occurring simultaneously.
Solution: Check for Active Transactions: Go to the transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) to check if there are any locks related to the prepayment initialization. If
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