How To Fix 54553 - Return code & is not allowed for status &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Return code & is not allowed for status &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54553 - Return code & is not allowed for status & ?

  The SAP error message 54553, which states "Return code & is not allowed for status &," typically occurs in the context of processing transactions or workflows in SAP. This error indicates that a specific return code is not valid for the current status of the document or process you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Return Code: The return code you are trying to use is not permitted for the current status of the document. This can happen if the document is in a state that does not allow the operation you are attempting.
  Workflow Status: The workflow or process may have specific rules that restrict certain actions based on its current status.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which return codes are valid for which statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the current status of the document or transaction you are working with. Ensure that the action you are