How To Fix UBB_CHANGE018 - Change process not executable due to open follow-up transactions

UBB_CHANGE018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UBB_CHANGE - UBB change processes im UIU

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Change process not executable due to open follow-up transactions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UBB_CHANGE018 - Change process not executable due to open follow-up transactions ?

  The SAP error message UBB_CHANGE018 indicates that a change process cannot be executed because there are open follow-up transactions that need to be completed or closed first. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Universal Business Process (UBB) or when dealing with change management processes in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are pending or open follow-up transactions that are linked to the change process you are trying to execute. These follow-up transactions could be related to various activities such as approvals, confirmations, or other processes that need to be finalized before the change can be applied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UBB_CHANGE018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Open Follow-Up Transactions:
  
  Check the transaction logs or the specific change process you are working on to identify which follow-up transactions are still open. This may involve reviewing the status of related documents or processes.
  
  
  
  Complete or Close Open Transactions:
  
  Once