How To Fix BS261 - Status profile & has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Status profile & has not been maintained

What causes this issue?

You want to display the user statuses for profile &V1& , but there are
none.

System Response

When there are no user statuses, you cannot display an overview or
individual statuses.
User statuses for a profile can be created in change mode.

How to fix this error?

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS261 - Status profile & has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message BS261 indicates that a status profile has not been maintained for a particular object or transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling or project management modules, where status profiles are used to manage the status of various objects, such as projects, orders, or other entities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A status profile is required for a specific object type, but it has not been defined in the system.
  The object you are trying to process (e.g., a project, order, etc.) does not have an associated status profile.
  The configuration settings for the status profile are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BS261 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP. This can usually be found in the SPRO transaction under the appropriate module (e.g., Project System, Controlling).
  Navigate to the section where status profiles are defined and ensure that a status profile exists for the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Assign a Status Profile:
  
  If a status profile exists but is not assigned to the object, you need to assign it. This can typically be done in the master data of the object (e.g., project definition, order type).
  Ensure that the status profile is correctly linked to the relevant object type.
  
  
  
  Create a New Status Profile:
  
  If no status profile exists, you may need to create a new one. Define the status profile according to your business requirements, including the statuses that should be available and their characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain status profiles. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to issues in accessing or modifying configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on how to maintain status profiles specific to your module.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, CJ20N for project management, or KO02 for order management, depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on status profiles.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BS261 error and ensure that the necessary status profiles are maintained in your SAP system.