How To Fix BS061 - Status & is not user status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Status & is not user status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS061 - Status & is not user status ?

  The SAP error message BS061 typically indicates that the status you are trying to set or change for a particular object (like a project, order, or other business object) is not recognized as a valid user status. This error can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User Status: The user status you are trying to assign does not exist in the status profile assigned to the object.
  Status Profile Configuration: The status profile for the object may not be correctly configured to include the user status you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the object.
  Object Type Mismatch: The status you are trying to set may not be applicable to the specific type of object you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Status: Verify that the user status you are trying to set is defined in the status profile for the object. You can do this by navigating to the status profile configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., OPUK for project systems).
  
  
  Review Status Profile: Ensure that the status profile assigned to the object includes the user status you are trying to use. If it does not, you may need to modify the status profile to include it.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the status. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Correct Object Type: Make sure that you are trying to set the status on the correct type of object. If the status is not applicable to the object type, you will need to choose a different status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the status profiles and user statuses, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OPUK (for Project System) or OPL1 (for Production Planning) to manage status profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to user statuses and error messages.
  User Status Management: Familiarize yourself with how user statuses are managed in your specific SAP module, as the configuration can vary significantly between different modules.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.