How To Fix BS553 - Status profile "&" is not allowed for object type "&".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Status profile "&" is not allowed for object type "&".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS553 - Status profile "&" is not allowed for object type "&". ?

  The SAP error message BS553 indicates that a status profile is not allowed for a specific object type. This typically occurs in the context of status management in SAP, where certain status profiles are defined for specific object types (like orders, projects, etc.), and the system is enforcing these rules.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status Profile Assignment: The status profile you are trying to use is not assigned to the object type you are working with. Each object type in SAP can have specific status profiles that are valid for it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the status profile settings, where the profile is not correctly linked to the object type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not adhere to the standard status profile assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for status profiles in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for status management and check the assignment of status profiles to object types.
  Ensure that the status profile you are trying to use is indeed assigned to the object type in question.
  
  
  
  Modify the Status Profile:
  
  If the status profile is not assigned, you may need to create a new status profile or modify an existing one to include the object type you are working with.
  Ensure that the status profile meets the requirements for the object type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to status profiles and object types to understand the valid combinations.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure it is not causing the issue by trying to assign an invalid status profile to an object type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  BS02 to view status profiles.
  BS03 to display status profiles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to status profiles and object types.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to status profiles and object types.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.