How To Fix RM213 - Document is postprocessing document and cannot be cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Document is postprocessing document and cannot be cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM213 - Document is postprocessing document and cannot be cancelled ?

  The SAP error message RM213, which states "Document is postprocessing document and cannot be cancelled," typically occurs when you attempt to cancel a document that is currently in a post-processing state. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD), where documents like purchase orders, sales orders, or invoices are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Post-Processing Status: The document you are trying to cancel is in a post-processing state, meaning it is being processed by another transaction or is awaiting further actions.
  Incomplete Processing: The document may have been flagged for further processing due to errors or pending actions that need to be resolved before cancellation.
  Dependencies: There may be dependent documents or transactions that are linked to the document you are trying to cancel, preventing its cancellation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. You can do this by navigating to the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders) and checking for any post-processing indicators.
  Resolve Post-Processing Issues: If the document is in post-processing, identify the reason for this status. You may need to complete or correct any pending actions or errors associated with the document.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like SM37 to check for background jobs related to the document. If there are jobs that are still running or have failed, you may need to address those issues.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the document is in a post-processing state.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Post-Processing Framework: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Post-Processing Framework, which manages the processing of documents and can provide insights into why a document is in a post-processing state.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to cancel the document, as restrictions may also lead to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RM213 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.