How To Fix WB2B158 - The status 'FI closed' is not defined for this contract type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 158

• Message text: The status 'FI closed' is not defined for this contract type

What causes this issue?

The status "Accounting transaction cleared" is not defined in
Customizing for this trading contract type.

System Response

The system cannot set the status "Accounting transaction cleared".

How to fix this error?

Maintain the status if you have the necessary authorization, and you
need the status.
<DS:TRAS.OWB1>Maintain contract status</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B158 - The status 'FI closed' is not defined for this contract type ?

  The SAP error message WB2B158, which states "The status 'FI closed' is not defined for this contract type," typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a contract that has a status of "FI closed," but this status is not valid for the specific contract type you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Type Configuration: The contract type you are using may not be configured to allow the status "FI closed." This could be due to settings in the contract type configuration that do not recognize this status.
  Status Management: The status management settings for the contract type may not include "FI closed" as a valid status, leading to this error when attempting to perform actions on the contract.
  Business Process Flow: The business process you are trying to execute may not support contracts that are marked as "FI closed," which typically indicates that financial transactions related to the contract have been finalized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the contract type in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for contract management and check the status definitions for the contract type in question.
  Ensure that the status "FI closed" is defined for the contract type you are using.
  
  
  
  Modify Status Management:
  
  If "FI closed" is not defined, you may need to add it to the list of valid statuses for that contract type.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the business process you are trying to execute is appropriate for the contract status. If the contract is indeed closed, you may need to follow a different process or use a different contract type that allows for closed statuses.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to contract management and status handling to understand the implications of the "FI closed" status.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the contract can be processed as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, WB2B for contract management, and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or contract management issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to work with the contract type and its statuses.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.