CTE_FND_POSTING017 - Previous document versions must be posted and confirmed for &1 &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FND_POSTING - ERP - Concur Integration: FIN Postings

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Previous document versions must be posted and confirmed for &1 &2.

What causes this issue?

If different revision numbers (versions) exist for a document, for
instance a travel request, they must be used in sequence and can't
contain gaps. This means, if revision number 4 exists, it must be
preceded by 3, 2, and 1.
In this case, only one version exists so the revision number must be 1
accordingly.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FND_POSTING017 - Previous document versions must be posted and confirmed for &1 &2. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FND_POSTING017 indicates that there are previous versions of a document that need to be posted and confirmed before you can proceed with the current version of that document. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when dealing with change documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Unposted Previous Versions: The error arises when there are earlier versions of the document that have not been fully processed (posted and confirmed).
  Document Workflow: The system may require that all previous versions of a document be completed before allowing changes or postings to the current version.
  Data Integrity: This is a safeguard to ensure that all changes are tracked and that the integrity of the document history is maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Previous Versions: Review the document history to identify any previous versions that are unposted. You can do this by navigating to the document management area or using transaction codes related to document processing.
  Post and Confirm Previous Versions: Once you identify the unposted versions, you need to post and confirm them. This can usually be done through the same transaction or module where you are working with the document.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure how to post or confirm the previous versions, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to your module.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to post and confirm documents. If not, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the error may be related to system configuration. If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB02 (Change Document), or any specific transaction related to the document type you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your document processing in SAP.