How To Fix BORGR204 - Status &1 should not be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Status &1 should not be set

What causes this issue?

The &V1& status is defined to be set for this shipment type when the
&V1& status has been set for all the assigned inbound deliveries. The
status for the shipment is updated automatically when you are working
in the Multi-Level Goods Receipt interface but not when you are working
in the standard interface.

System Response

The system indicates that the status for the shipment does not match
the status determined from the inbound deliveries.
You can save the shipment as normal.

How to fix this error?

Check whether or not you must delete the status.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR204 - Status &1 should not be set ?

  The SAP error message BORGR204 with the description "Status &1 should not be set" typically indicates that there is an inconsistency or an invalid status being set for a business object or process in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of workflow or business object processing, where certain statuses are not allowed based on the current state of the object or the business logic defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Status Transition: The status being set is not valid for the current state of the object. For example, trying to set a status that is not allowed based on the workflow or business process rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the business object or workflow that restrict certain status changes.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be incorrectly handling status transitions.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity of the business object, leading to invalid status settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Status Configuration: Review the configuration of the business object or workflow to ensure that the status transitions are correctly defined. This can usually be done in the customizing settings of the relevant module.
  Review Workflow Logic: If the error occurs in a workflow, check the workflow definition to ensure that the status transitions are valid and that the workflow is designed to handle the current state of the object.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to identify where the invalid status is being set and why it is not allowed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object or workflow to understand the valid status transitions.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is not inadvertently setting an invalid status.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that the business object is in a valid state before attempting to change its status.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) or SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Overview) to analyze the workflow instances and their statuses.
  Business Object Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific business object involved to understand its lifecycle and valid status transitions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.