Root Cause(s) - During Approval stage, the Root Cause(s) field is locked.

Root Cause Codes - During Approval stage, the Root Cause Codes are locked.

Approver - In this particular CAPA process, the name of the Primary CAPA Manager is automatically entered here.  Note: In this particular CAPA process there is only one CAPA approver, and that person is the Primary CAPA Manager.  However, there are many other ways to set up an approval within any process screen.

Disapproval Reason - If the approver does not agree with the Root Cause(s), Solutions, or Verification Methods, enter the reason in this field.

Waiting On - If the approver needs more information before deciding to approver or disapprove, they can enter that information here.  This is just a way to remember what they are waiting for.

Approve - This button will end the Approval stage and move this CAPA to Implement/Verify stage.  The implementers will automatically be notified by email that they can begin implementing their solution.

Disapprove - Pushing this button will end the Approval stage and move this CAPA back to Root Cause stage.  The investigator will be automatically notified by email.

Approved By - After pushing the Approve button, the name of the person who pushed Approve will be entered here.

Date - After pushing the Approve button, today's date will automatically be entered here.