How To Fix 26055 - Status of status type "0" not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Status of status type "0" not defined

What causes this issue?

You want to start an application in order to change the original. The
system immediately sets a status of status type <ZH>O</> (Original
being processed) in dialog mode.
However, no status of status type <ZH>O</> is defined for your document
type.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system manager so that a status of status type <ZH>O</>
can be defined for this document type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26055 - Status of status type "0" not defined ?

  The SAP error message "26055: Status of status type '0' not defined" typically occurs in the context of status management in SAP, particularly when dealing with status profiles or status management for objects like orders, projects, or other business documents. This error indicates that the system is trying to access or set a status that has not been defined for the specified status type.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Status: The status type being referenced does not have a corresponding status defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the status profile where the status type is not properly linked to any statuses.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data where the status type is being referenced incorrectly or is missing.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or change the status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the status profile in the relevant module (e.g., Project System, Production Planning).
  Ensure that the status type '0' is defined and that it has valid statuses associated with it.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Status:
  
  If the status type is indeed missing a definition, you may need to create or define the necessary status in the status profile configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the status. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Review the data for the object you are working with to ensure that it is consistent and that the status type is being referenced correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on status management in the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may use transaction codes like OPJH (for Project System) or CO02 (for Production Orders) to access status profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Status Management: Familiarize yourself with the concept of status management in SAP, as it is crucial for understanding how statuses are defined and used across different modules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.