How To Fix VATCRQ045 - Sorry, you cannot do this to the selected items

VATCRQ045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VATCRQ - Message class for formalized inquiries

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Sorry, you cannot do this to the selected items

What causes this issue?

You are trying to perform an action on a line item that cannot be
processed:
Line with status <LS>Reported</>
Clarification line
For example, you are trying to assign a document to a line item, which
you can only do for <LS>Explanation </>lines. In this case, please
choose the <LS>Explanation </>line.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VATCRQ045 - Sorry, you cannot do this to the selected items ?

  The SAP error message VATCRQ045, which states "Sorry, you cannot do this to the selected items," typically occurs in the context of VAT (Value Added Tax) processing or when dealing with certain transactions in SAP that involve item selection. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action on the selected items.
  Item Status: The items selected may be in a status that does not allow the requested action (e.g., items that are already processed or locked).
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the VAT or item management that restrict certain actions based on the item type or transaction type.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data related to the selected items, such as missing or incorrect VAT codes.
  Business Rules: Certain business