How To Fix BS038 - Maximum number of user statuses exceeded (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Maximum number of user statuses exceeded (&)

What causes this issue?

The desired function would exceed the maximum allowed user status count
for the object &v1&. At most
&v2& user statuses can be set at the same time.

System Response

You can not perform this function.

How to fix this error?

Delete user statuses which are not required, or inform your
system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS038 - Maximum number of user statuses exceeded (&) ?

  The SAP error message BS038: Maximum number of user statuses exceeded (&) typically occurs when a user tries to create or modify a user status in a business object (like a sales order, project, etc.) and the maximum limit of user statuses has been reached. This limit is defined in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Limit: Each business object type in SAP has a predefined maximum number of user statuses that can be created. When this limit is reached, any attempt to add a new user status will trigger this error.
  Configuration Settings: The limit is set in the configuration of the user status management for the specific object type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing User Statuses: Check the existing user statuses for the object type in question. You may need to delete or deactivate some statuses that are no longer needed.
  Increase the Limit: If it is necessary to have more user statuses, you can increase the limit in the configuration settings. This typically requires access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG):
  
  Navigate to SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Logistics ? Logistics Execution ? User Status Management ? Define User Statuses.
  Here, you can adjust the maximum number of user statuses allowed for the relevant object type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage user statuses for your particular business object.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Status Management: User statuses are used to control the processing of business objects in SAP. They can indicate the current state of an object and can be used for reporting and workflow purposes.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BS02 (Change User Status) or BS03 (Display User Status) to manage user statuses.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to user statuses and configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.