How To Fix /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM001 - Action &1 is not allowed due to status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Action &1 is not allowed due to status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM001 - Action &1 is not allowed due to status &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/LIBRARY_SAM001 Action &1 is not allowed due to status &2 typically indicates that a specific action you are trying to perform on a library or document in the SAP system is not permitted due to the current status of that library or document. This error is often encountered in the context of document management or library management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that the action you are attempting to execute (denoted by &1, which could be actions like "delete", "edit", "approve", etc.) is restricted based on the current status of the object (denoted by &2, which could be statuses like "locked", "archived", "in review", etc.). 
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Determine the current status of the library or document you are trying to access. You can usually find this information in the details or properties of the object.
  
  
  Change the Status: If the status is preventing the action, you may need to change the status of the library or document. This could involve:
  
  Unlocking the document if it is locked.
  Completing any required approvals if it is in a review state.
  Moving it out of an archived state if applicable.
  
  
  
  Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the action. Sometimes, the status may be correct, but your user role may not have the rights to perform the action.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into the status management and the actions allowed for different statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to library management or document management in SAP, as they may provide additional tools for managing statuses.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Review the user roles and authorizations assigned to your account to ensure you have the necessary access to perform the desired actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.