How To Fix BS609 - Status &2 is not known in language &3 in status profile &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Status &2 is not known in language &3 in status profile &1.

What causes this issue?

The user status does not exist in the status schema of the object.

System Response

The status changes could not be made.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS609 - Status &2 is not known in language &3 in status profile &1. ?

  The SAP error message BS609 indicates that there is a status in a status profile that is not recognized in the specified language. This typically occurs when a status profile is being used in a context where the system expects to find a translation for a status in a specific language, but it cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translations: The status in the status profile has not been translated into the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not be correctly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the status profile configuration or the status definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BS02 (for status profiles) and check the status profile in question. Ensure that all statuses defined in the profile have corresponding translations in the required language.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Translations:
  
  If you find that a status is missing a translation, you can add it using transaction code BS03 (to maintain status texts). Ensure that the status has a valid text in the language specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Language Settings:
  
  Check the language settings in your user profile. You can do this by going to the user settings (transaction code SU01 for user maintenance) and ensuring that the language is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the status definitions. You may need to review the related configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly, including translations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BS02: Change Status Profile
  BS03: Display Status Texts
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Language Settings: SAP supports multiple languages, and each status text must be maintained for each language used in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to status profiles and translations.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.