How To Fix C$191 - System status not available; create the system status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: System status not available; create the system status

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$191 - System status not available; create the system status ?

  The SAP error message C$191, which states "System status not available; create the system status," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or manipulate a system status that has not been defined or created in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the processing of a work order, maintenance order, or other business processes that rely on system statuses.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing System Status: The specific system status that the user is trying to access does not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system status may not have been configured properly in the relevant module (e.g., PM, MM, SD).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or create the system status.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the System Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually through transaction codes like OIBD for