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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UHC_ACTIONS - Action List
Message number: 018
Message text: The prerequisites for the executing of action "&1" have not been met
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
The status <LS>Completed</> is not copied.
Set the status <ls>New</> or <ls>In process</>.
To complete the action &V1&, you must first execute all actions that
are prerequisite for &V1&. Then you can set the status to
<ls>Completed</>.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UHC_ACTIONS018
- The prerequisites for the executing of action "&1" have not been met ?The SAP error message UHC_ACTIONS018 indicates that the prerequisites for executing a specific action (denoted by "&1") have not been met. This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that involve workflows, actions, or processes that require certain conditions to be fulfilled before they can be executed.
Cause:
The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
- Missing Data: Required data or parameters for the action are not available or not correctly configured.
- Incorrect Status: The object or entity on which the action is being executed may not be in the correct status or state to allow the action to proceed.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the action.
- Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the action from being executed.
- Dependencies: Other actions or processes that need to be completed before this action can be executed have not been completed.
Solution:
To resolve the UHC_ACTIONS018 error, you can take the following steps:
- Check Prerequisites: Review the prerequisites for the action you are trying to execute. Ensure that all required conditions are met.
- Verify Data: Ensure that all necessary data is available and correctly entered. This may include checking for missing fields or incorrect values.
- Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object or entity on which the action is being executed. Make sure it is in the correct state.
- Review Authorizations: Check if the user executing the action has the necessary authorizations. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific action for any additional prerequisites or conditions that need to be met.
- Check Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly for the action.
- Log Analysis: Check system logs or error logs for any additional information that may provide insight into why the prerequisites are not met.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.
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