How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR041 - Cannot post FSD; life cycle status must be "Ready for Accruals"

/SCMTMS/SFIR041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Cannot post FSD; life cycle status must be "Ready for Accruals"

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/SCMTMS/SFIR041 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR041 Cannot post FSD; life cycle status must be "Ready for Accruals" typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to post a Freight Settlement Document (FSD) that is not in the correct life cycle status. This error indicates that the FSD must be in the "Ready for Accruals" status before it can be posted.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Life Cycle Status: The FSD you are trying to post is not in the required status. It may be in a status such as "Draft," "In Process," or "Completed," which does not allow for posting.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The FSD may not have all the necessary data or conditions met to transition to the "Ready for Accruals" status.
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow that prevents the FSD from reaching the correct status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Life Cycle Status: 
  
  Navigate to the FSD in question and check