How To Fix PSSC_GROSS045 - Hold flag for GED item &1 was cleared due to existing items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_GROSS - Gross Entitlement and Payment

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Hold flag for GED item &1 was cleared due to existing items

What causes this issue?

During entitlement calculation a locked gross entitlement document (GED)
item was created. If an unlocked GED item exists for the same payment
recipient, benefit, beneficiary and period, a reimbursement already took
place.

System Response

The system resets the hold flag for the GED item.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_GROSS045 - Hold flag for GED item &1 was cleared due to existing items ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_GROSS045 indicates that the hold flag for a GED (Goods Entry Document) item has been cleared due to the existence of other items. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics and inventory management modules, particularly when dealing with goods movements and inventory postings.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  There are existing items in the system that conflict with the GED item you are trying to process.
  The hold flag is a mechanism used to prevent certain items from being processed until specific conditions are met. If other items are present that do not meet these conditions, the system will clear the hold flag.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Items: Review the existing items that are causing the hold flag to be cleared. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., MB51 for material documents).
  Filtering for the GED item number and checking for any related items that may be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Analyze Item Status: Determine the status of the existing items. Look for:
  
  Items that are still in process.
  Items that have been flagged for issues (e.g., quality inspection, blocked stock).
  
  
  
  Resolve Conflicts: Depending on your findings, you may need to:
  
  Complete or cancel any outstanding processes related to the conflicting items.
  Change the status of the items if they are incorrectly flagged.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals or inspections are completed.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the GED Item: Once the conflicts are resolved, attempt to reprocess the GED item. This may involve:
  
  Reapplying the hold flag if necessary.
  Executing the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting steps specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  MB51: Material Document List
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the items in question.
  
  
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system configuration settings can lead to such issues. It may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect this is the case.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.